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Open Framework for Boat Recognised Organisations

Awarded to LLOYD'S REGISTER EMEA, Mecal Ltd

Submarine Delivery Agency(buyer)

Published
Published 18 February 2026
Deadline
Closed 17 March 2026

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Overview

The Submarine Delivery Agency has awarded an open framework to Lloyd's Register EMEA and Mecal Ltd for provision of boat recognised organisation services for MOD shipping safety certification. The framework, valued at £122,500 and spanning four years with optional reopening after two years, covers civil and naval safety regulation advice, development of MoD boat safety rules and standards, boat survey training, technical support, survey and certification, and technical audit services. Tasking requests will be issued individually to define specific requirements, deliverables, and acceptance criteria for each task.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£108,000
Procedure
Below threshold - open competition
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
18 February 2026
Questions by
4 March 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Certification servicesElectronic signature certification services

Award outcome

Awarded value
£122,500
Award date
24 August 2026
Contract period
31 March 2026 → 31 December 2030
Contract length
4 years 9 months
Could run to
31 December 2034
Against estimate
13% above
Bids received
2
Winners
  • LLOYD'S REGISTER EMEA
  • Mecal Ltd

This contract ends on 31 December 2030, or 31 December 2034 if every extension is used.

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Bids received

2

1 from SMEs

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Market context

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£73,970

Median of 18,950 awards in the last 24 months

This award is 66% above the median.

Submarine Delivery Agency in the last 12 months

13

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Notice history

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  1. Contract

    25 August 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    18 February 2026

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