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title: "715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060663"
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# 715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines

Buyer: DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060663

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority based in Bristol, UK, involves a planned tender titled "715744465-Support Requirements for Modular Furniture for Ships & Submarines". This tender falls under the goods category with a focus on modular furniture, suitable for defence and security applications. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an estimated contract period from 19th October 2026 to 18th October 2029, potentially extending to 2031. Key upcoming dates include a Request for Information (RFI) submission deadline on 12th February 2026 and a future notice date set for 1st April 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of modular furniture, particularly those catering to defence requirements. With the requirement explicitly designed for Royal Navy ships and submarines, companies specialising in high-quality, robust furniture solutions could realise considerable growth. The tender process supports SME participation, providing an accessible avenue for smaller enterprises to secure a long-term government contract, potentially enhancing their market position and expanding their portfolio within the defence sector.

## Notice

The requirement is for an enabling contract to provide modular furniture, furnishings and associated spares for Royal Navy ships and submarines.

### Planning Information

A RFI has been published alongside a Defence Opportunity Listing: https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60659 
Details of the requirement and RFI submissions can be found here.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003404-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39151300 - Modular furniture

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2026 at 11:15 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003404-2026
- 15 Jan 2026 at 10:56 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003392-2026
- 15 Jan 2026 at 10:43 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003381-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003404-2026
  15th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003392-2026
  15th January 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003381-2026
  15th January 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=60659
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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