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title: "SSRM Mast Storage/Conservation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dd4f"
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# SSRM Mast Storage/Conservation

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dd4f

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Transport, involved the project titled "SSRM Mast Storage/Conservation" and falls under the services industry category. This process is located in the United Kingdom, specifically managed from the Department's office in London, and the key activities are to be carried out in Chatham. The procurement was direct, entailing a contract awarded to Chatham Historic Dockyard on 5th August 2026. The tendering phase has concluded with an award decision, and the contract period is set to commence on 26th September 2026, concluding by 31st August 2027. This process has reached the 'Award' stage, with a next step involving contract signature due by 1st September 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime heritage conservation and vessel storage services, especially small and medium-sized enterprises. As the procurement method was a direct award, the specialised nature of the project indicates potential opportunities for businesses with unique capabilities in handling and preserving maritime artefacts. Firms with expertise in preservation services related to significant historical and cultural assets, particularly in marine environments, will find this project aligns well with their offerings. The focus on SME suitability further highlights that agile and specialised operations, which can fulfil specific technical requirements, are best positioned to benefit from such opportunities.

## Notice

To provide storage and conservation services for the three masts being removed from the SS Richard Montgomery wreck. Following recovery, the masts will require secure storage, condition assessment and conservation works to prevent deterioration and preserve their historic significance. The requirement includes receipt and handling of the recovered masts, condition surveys, conservation planning, stabilisation works and ongoing storage. Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust has suitable facilities, specialist maritime heritage conservation expertise and the infrastructure necessary to safely accommodate assets of this scale.

### Procurement Information

the Dockyard is uniquely placed due to transport time, fragility of masts and the right skills.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074585-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 6 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHATHAM HISTORIC DOCKYARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment
- 63726300 - Vessel storage services
- 92521210 - Preservation services of exhibits

## Release History

- 6 Aug 2026 at 10:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074585-2026
- 6 Aug 2026 at 09:31 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074549-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074585-2026
  6th August 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074549-2026
  6th August 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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