Provision of Specialist Infrastructure Technical Support

Tender description

Provision of Specialist Infrastructure Technical Support (SITS) to the Submarine Waterfront Infrastructure Future (SWIF) Programme - 715965488/OPP-50588 The requirement is for the provision of SITS to the Submarine Delivery Group (SDG) SWIF team. SWIF team are responsible for delivery of the non-tidal berth and dry dock that will support the future submarine programme in conjunction with its Industry Partner at Devonport, Plymouth. Delivery of these capabilities on time by the SDG’s Industry Partner is essential to maintaining future submarine availability and capability. The SWIF Team needs to be adequately resourced with an Intelligent Customer team with the appropriate infrastructure specialist skills, experience and knowledge to enable the successful delivery of this portfolio. Competition conducted under RM6356 Construction Professional Services 2, Lot 5 Defence, using the Framework's competitive selection process. The competition is restricted to suppliers appointed to the relevant framework lot. The contract will be awarded to the supplier submitting the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) using the Weighted Value for Money (WVFM) methodology based on the criteria set out within the Invitation to Tender documentation (DEFFORM 47). Tender documents are available through the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP). Initial term of three (3) years with the option to extend for up to two (2) years by additional periods of 12 months each. The Client confirms that a conflicts assessment has been completed in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 requirements. Estimated Value - Client’s maximum available budget of £8,658,333 excluding VAT (inclusive of all option periods). Tender Return Deadline - 17:00 hrs GMT on 06th November 2026.