# UK MoD Extends Devonport Support Agreement

Babcock International agreed with the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) to extend its Future Maritime Support Programme bridging agreement for two months from October 1, 2026, maintaining naval-base and submarine-support services at Devonport Dockyard. The extension provides continuity while the parties finalize a proposed five-and-a-half-year Gateway Agreement, which is expected to be directly awarded under single-source contract regulations. The proposed agreement’s value and final award date have not been reported.

- The bridge begins **October 1, 2026**; suppliers supporting naval-base and submarine services should account for the continuation of incumbent delivery during the extension.
- The proposed Gateway Agreement would establish a longer-term support arrangement through a direct award, rather than an announced open competition. Contractors should factor this anticipated procurement route into their opportunity planning.
- The proposed agreement’s value and award timing remain unreported, limiting visibility into its eventual scale and transition schedule.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** September 30, 2026

### Government Entities
- Ministry of Defence (MoD)
- Royal Navy

### Vendors
- Babcock International Group Plc (Incumbent contractor and operator of Devonport Dockyard)

### Sources
- [Babcock agrees crucial Devonport Dockyard deal with MoD | Plymouth Live](https://www.plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/babcock-agrees-crucial-devonport-dockyard-11177711) - Plymouth Live