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Helicopter Services for Aerial Surveillance in Support of Plant Health Operations

FORESTRY COMMISSION `

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03 Mar 2017 at 08:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Forestry Commission, seeking helicopter services for aerial surveillance in support of plant health operations across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The procurement, classified under the CPV code for the hire of helicopters with crew, had a total value of £1,500,000 and was conducted through an open procedure. The tender period ended on 14th February 2017, with the associated contract commencing on 24th February 2017 and extending until 24th February 2021. A mandatory Bidder Briefing Day took place on 6th January 2017, where potential bidders were required to confirm their attendance.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for aviation and environmental service providers, particularly those specialising in aerial surveillance. Businesses that own or operate helicopters with trained crews will be well-positioned to compete, especially those classified as SMEs or voluntary community sector enterprises. Participation in contracts like this can allow companies to enhance their visibility in the public sector, gain valuable experience with large-scale contracts, and ultimately lead to further business opportunities within the environmental and agricultural sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Helicopter Services for Aerial Surveillance in Support of Plant Health Operations

Notice Description

Supply of helicopter services for aerial surveillance and photography for plant health purposes in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. This framework contract requires provision of helicopter services for aerial surveillance and is therefore not suitable for suppliers of UAV (drone) services. Attendance at a Bidder Briefing Day is mandatory for this Framework - the Bidder Briefing Day will be held on 6th January 2017, please confirm attendance via the message centre.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54988be3-fbfa-4e9a-ac1b-b1cedc62109d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60424120 - Hire of helicopters with crew

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20179 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2017 - 24 Feb 2021 4-5 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
FORESTRY COMMISSION `
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CASTLE AIR

Further Information

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