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TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO THE HQ AIR COMMAND QATAR AIR PROGRAMME OFFICE

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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14 Oct 2021 at 15:54

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27 May 2021 at 15:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a contract awarded by the Ministry of Defence for "Technical Support to the HQ Air Command Qatar Programme Office." This project falls under the category of project management consultancy services and is based in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £1,001,482, is currently in the Award stage, having been officially awarded on 22 May 2021, with a contract period from 1 June 2021 to 1 June 2022. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period having closed on 5 May 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the field of project management consultancy, particularly those specialising in air capability technical support and related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that possess relevant expertise in complex project environments would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts, especially those that support defence operations. The nature of the work at the Qatar Air Programme Office, which seeks advanced technical knowledge and experienced resources, indicates a preference for firms that can demonstrate both capability and experience in high-stakes military programmes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO THE HQ AIR COMMAND QATAR AIR PROGRAMME OFFICE

Notice Description

The Qatar Air Programme Office (QAPO) resides within HQ Air Command and requires programme and project support to facilitate the delivery of the MoD elements of the Qatar Typhoon, Hawk and Air to Air Refuelling service (AAR) Programmes and the development of further UK/Qatar collaboration opportunities. The activities of the programme office are considered both novel and contentious with the MoD acting as a supplier and customer friend on behalf of the Qatari Armed Forces. Due to the nature of the portfolio and the complexities of the platform force elements the QAPO require a broad range of air capability technical knowledgeable and experienced resource. Additional information: All redactions have been undertaken in accordance with the FOI Act Part 2

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-228295d3-750e-4d04-ba91-0197141db44c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18f3ccd8-da09-4e74-bbe9-6a7bd4dc3764
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,001,482 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,001,482 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2021 - 1 Jun 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BUCKS
Postcode
HP14 4UE
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway West
Westminster Constituency
Mid Buckinghamshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NOVA AEROSPACE

Further Information

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