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Merlin and Apache AH Mk1 Engine Support - This is a Transparency Notice for release 2 of the Invitation to Tender to suppliers who were successful at the PQQ stage

DEFENCE RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Merlin and Apache AH Mk1 Engine Support" is managed by the DEFENCE RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, based in Yeovil, England. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on technical support and maintenance for military helicopter engines. Currently, the procurement method is selective, using a competitive procedure with negotiation. Key dates include the tender period, which ended on 14 March 2018, and the contract period running from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2030. This opportunity primarily targets suppliers who successfully navigated the previous pre-qualification questionnaire (PQQ) stage.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in aerospace and defence services, particularly those with expertise in aircraft engine maintenance and technical support. Companies with a solid track record in servicing military technology and engineering will be well-positioned to compete effectively. The contract duration ensures a long-term engagement, allowing successful bidders to establish a strong partnership with the Ministry of Defence and potentially expand their service offerings within the defence sector.

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Notice Title

Merlin and Apache AH Mk1 Engine Support - This is a Transparency Notice for release 2 of the Invitation to Tender to suppliers who were successful at the PQQ stage

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for the technical support, maintenance, modification and minor additional technical and engineering support of both the UK Ministry of Defence Merlin and Apache AH Mk1 Helicopter engines (including associated Engine Accessory Units).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-85a6d101-760b-4d0f-822b-aba68a7ac420
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/851121ff-bcd5-42e5-af7d-a541e93658bc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34731100 - Aircraft engines

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA20 2YB
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Yeovil South
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Further Information

Notice Documents

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