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title: "715847486 - Provision of Training Life Rafts for Defence Survive, Evade, Resist, Extract (SERE) Training Organisation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ac49"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2026-06-03"
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# 715847486 - Provision of Training Life Rafts for Defence Survive, Evade, Resist, Extract (SERE) Training Organisation

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ac49

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the provision of training life rafts from Ocean Safety Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Southampton, United Kingdom. This contract focuses on the supply of goods in the defence and security sector, providing equipment and training for the Defence Survive, Evade, Resist, Extract (SERE) Training Organisation. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, below the threshold without competition. The contract was signed on 2nd June 2026, and is valid until 31st March 2027. The procurement involves delivery of equipment across the United Kingdom and includes lifeboats, rescue, and emergency equipment as well as training and simulation in aircrafts, missiles, and spacecrafts.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of safety and rescue equipment, particularly those specialising in defence and high-security environments. While the procurement was direct and without competition, similar tenders could suit firms that offer niche safety products and training services tailored to military and defence use. Companies looking to expand their market in the defence sector should consider developing strong relationships with government bodies and ensuring they meet the stringent standards required for such contracts. This contract also underscores the potential for growth in the defence supply chain, with opportunities for innovation in safety and training equipment.

## Notice

Two A400M Atlas training life rafts (pool varient), three A400M Atlas training life rafts (sea varient), two A330 Voyager Training Slide (pool version) and three A330 Voyager Training Slide (seagoing version) plus associated user training and assessories.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052278-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £256,844 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | WALTERS ASH, HIGH WYCOMBE |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP14 4UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway West |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OCEAN SAFETY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 34521400 - Lifeboats
- 35112000 - Rescue and emergency equipment
- 80650000 - Training and simulation in aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2026 at 11:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052278-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052278-2026
  3rd June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.oceansafety.com
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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