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title: "IRM25/7700 - The Repair of Terrier Suspension Components & CR2 Gas Charging Equipment"
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# IRM25/7700 - The Repair of Terrier Suspension Components & CR2 Gas Charging Equipment

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e6e7

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a 6-year Framework Agreement, with an optional extension of 2 years, to Horstman Defence Systems Limited for the repair of Terrier suspension components and CR2 gas charging equipment. The agreement was finalised on 7th May 2026 and is valued at £4,300,000. Located in Telford and acting via Babcock Land Defence Limited, the Ministry's procurement falls under the 'defence and security' special regime and employs a direct award method citing Horstman Defence Systems' unique capability and proprietary data. This contract underlines the Ministry's operational readiness in line with UK military specifications, containing specific KPIs focused on delivery performance and product quality.

This contract creates significant opportunities for businesses within the defence sector, particularly those specialising in maintenance and repair services for military vehicles and components. Businesses like Horstman Defence Systems, which already have extensive technical know-how and proprietary intellectual property, are positioned to leverage such contracts for growth. Although the procurement was awarded directly due to the lack of competition, future similar opportunities could arise if additional items are added to the framework, allowing other suppliers to prepare for indirect collaborations or subcontracting opportunities, thus broadening market reach within the niche defence repair and maintenance sector.

## Notice

6-Year Framework Agreement: The Repair of Terrier Suspension Components & CR2 Gas Charging Equipment Babcock Land Defence Limited, acting as an agent to the UK Ministry of Defence (the "Authority"), has awarded a Framework Agreement to Horstman Defence Systems Limited for the Repair of Terrier Suspension Components & CR2 Gas charging equipment with a duration of 6 years and the option of 2 further years subject to requirement and performance. The contract will cater to the UK's operational needs in these areas, with an overall estimated contract value of PS4,300,000. The services included cover suspension components and gas charging equipment for Terrier and CR2 platforms. There are 14 NATO Stock Numbers (NSNs) that are codified in scope of this requirement. The provided items must meet all applicable military specifications and quality standards. There may be opportunities for further items of a similar nature to be added to the contract following its award, at the discretion of Babcock Land Defence Limited. Compliance and Performance Management: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): The resulting contract will include specific KPIs related to: - Delivery Performance - Product Quality (including defect rates, durability, etc.) - Adherence to Contract Specifications and compliance with delivery instructions. - Remedies for Poor Performance: - The contract will outline penalties or corrective measures in case of performance failure, which may include late deliveries, substandard quality, or failure to meet agreed specifications. Delivery Instructions: The Contractor must ensure that all deliveries comply with the guidelines set out in the Logistics Commodities Services Transformation Authority Managed Material Supplier Manual. This will cover the following: - Adherence to specific packaging, labelling, and transportation requirements. - Assets must be delivered according to the agreed schedule, with clear communication in case of delays. - If subcontractors are used, they must also comply with the same delivery standards. The Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code applicable: 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment. 50630000 - Repair and maintenance services of military vehicles.

### Procurement Information

This direct award relies upon the justification at paragraph 5 of schedule 5 to the Procurement Act 2023 due to Horstman Defence Systems being the original equipment designer and manufacturer of the Terrier suspension components, CR2 Gas Charging Kit and the Portable Universal Nitrogen Charging Kit (PUNCK) and are the only supplier that can supply the services required. Furthermore paragraph 6 of schedule 5 is relied upon due to there being an absence of competition as Horstman Defence Systems possess the technical know-how and data necessary to perform the requirement without introducing an unacceptable level of risk to operational safety and MOD operational requirements. No other reasonable suppliers are available because the information is Proprietary to Horstman Defence Systems, and they will not share the technical know-how with any third party.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041811-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Apr 2026 - 23 Apr 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,300,000 |
| Contracts value | £4,300,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | TELFORD |
| Post town | Telford |
| Postcode | TF2 8JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Electoral ward | Donnington |
| Westminster constituency | The Wrekin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HORSTMAN DEFENCE SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment
- 50630000 - Repair and maintenance services of military vehicles

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 10:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041811-2026
- 24 Mar 2026 at 11:12 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026687-2026
- 24 Nov 2025 at 09:32 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076284-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041811-2026
  7th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026687-2026
  24th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076284-2025
  24th November 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.babcockinternational.com
- http://www.horstmangroup.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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