Planning

Boeing Defence UK Cluster Training Programme 2026

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

16 Mar 2026 at 15:23

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Boeing Defence UK, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, is initiating the Boeing Defence UK Cluster Training Programme 2026. This programme aims to foster collaboration between UK SMEs and the defence industry by offering a series of training events held in Bristol and potentially other Boeing UK and industry sites. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage with essential dates for expressions of interest and applications, ending on 27th March 2026 and 3rd April 2026, respectively. The industry category is primarily parts for helicopters under CPV classification 34731700, and the programme is tailored to UK-based SMEs, particularly those specialising in Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) and other areas related to aerospace components.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for SMEs with capabilities in specific aerospace domains, offering them a free training platform to enhance their skills and engage directly with prominent industry players. Businesses specialising in composite fabrication, wiring bundles, ground support equipment, and related special processes will find this programme particularly beneficial. The selection process will consider expressions of interest and subsequent applications, culminating in a formal invitation to participate in further training events. SMEs looking to strengthen their supply chain connections and showcase their competencies to Boeing will benefit from the networking opportunities and continued support through engagements with Boeing's Supply Chain Social Governance team.

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Notice Title

Boeing Defence UK Cluster Training Programme 2026

Notice Description

Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is inviting UK-based Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to express their interest in participating in a free training programme that connects UK SMEs with the UK defence industry. The programme consists of a series of training events and will be conducted in person. Both existing and potential new suppliers to BDUK are welcome to apply. The Cluster Training events will take place at Boeing's Bristol site with opportunity to meet at other Boeing UK or industry sites and will cover a variety of topics delivered by a specialist 3rd Party and Boeing guest speakers. The selected suppliers will complete the ADS Supply Chain Solution (SCS) Baseline Maturity Assessment (BMA), which helps identify the specific development needs of each supplier, curating the training programme according to participant needs. Attendance to the training events will be free of charge, but any travel costs are to be borne by the participant. The Cluster Training also provides the opportunity for support including a follow-up 1-1 session with the BDUK Supply Chain Social Governance team. The exact dates, topics and address will be provided in the formal invitation sent to the attendees. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about doing business with Boeing and will be provided with a point of contact to support introductions to Boeing. Attendees can learn more about the benefits of ADS Supply Chain Solutions SC21 and how they can get involved. Attendees will have the opportunity to arrange follow up sessions with Boeing procurement teams to discuss and showcase their business capabilities. Attendees will be invited to join the Boeing Capability Assessment Database and be supported with advice on next steps. BDUK is particularly interested in hearing from tier 1 and tier 2 UK-based SMEs with capabilities in Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO), Composite Fabrication/Repair, Wiring Bundles, Special processes/treatments, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Paints, Oils, Lubricants and Sealants (POLS) suppliers. To be considered for the 2026 Cluster Training Program, interested parties must provide an Expression of Interest to BDUKSupplyChain@boeing.com by 17:00 (BST) on 27th March 2026, for the attention of 'Cluster Training Programme 2026'. Application forms will be issued by 30th March 2026. Applications should be sent to BDUKsupplychain@boeing.com by 17:00 (BST) on 3rd April 2026. All applications will aim to be responded to by 13th April 2026. If you are a member of JOSCAR, please include your membership number in your response. A review of all submissions will take place, and selected applicants will receive an invitation to complete an online ADS SCS SC21 Basic Assessment. Successful applicants will then receive a formal invitation to join the programme including further training details and planned dates.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-334a7f60-3131-4df1-a230-8d4832561a01
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/485e10fe-928f-41f6-98cf-2f251428db48
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34731700 - Parts for helicopters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

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