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IRM22/7628 - Contract for the Repair, Remanufacture & Maintenance of ESW CR2 APU

Awarded to Van Kappel Limited

Ministry of Defence(buyer)

Published: Published 31 October 2025
Deadline: Closed 30 September 2025

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Overview

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract to Van Kappel Limited for the repair, maintenance, and overhaul of Challenger 2 ESW Auxiliary Power Units for a 4-year initial period with three optional 1-year extensions, valued at £30 million. The contract was awarded as a single source using the negotiated procedure without prior publication due to Van Kappel's exclusive ownership of the bespoke OEM-designed APU test set and specialized technical know-how required for the work.

Contracting authority

Ministry of Defence
Buyer
Telford, United Kingdom

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Key details

Country: United Kingdom
Status: Awarded
Category: Services
Estimated value: £30,000,000
Procedure: Limited
SME suitable: Yes
Published: 31 October 2025
Deadline: Closed

Classification (CPV)

Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

Award outcome

Awarded value: £30,000,000
Award date: 20 October 2025
Contract period: 20 October 2025 → 20 October 2029

Winner

Van Kappel Limited

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Contract Award Notice
31 October 2025

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