Award

Support of Gas Cylinder Charging Trolleys and Associated Equipment

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Award

19 May 2025 at 16:32

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has completed an award in the public procurement process for the support and maintenance of Gas Cylinder Charging Trolleys and associated equipment. The contract has been awarded to MEL Aviation Ltd for a period of three years, spanning from 17th April 2025 to 16th April 2028. This award falls under the services category, specifically focusing on repair and maintenance services, with a contract value initially set at £2,496,690.14 excluding VAT, potentially reaching up to £3,200,000.00. This negotiated procedure without prior publication was utilised, which is generally categorised as a limited procurement method. The services are intended to cover various regions including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, amongst others.

This contract presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adept in providing technical support, repairs, and maintenance services within the defence sector. The project's expansive geographic coverage implies potential for increased demand in logistics and supply chain management, creating opportunities for businesses in these domains. Companies with expertise in post-design services, calibration tests, or with a track record of working in the aerospace or military equipment sectors will find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities, positioning them well to engage with future Ministry of Defence opportunities. Additionally, the structured long-term contract allows businesses to plan strategic investments and operational improvements to meet the demands of this commitment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Support of Gas Cylinder Charging Trolleys and Associated Equipment

Notice Description

A Contract has been awarded to MEL Aviation Ltd for the support of Gas Cylinder Charging Trolleys for a period of 3 years from 17/04/2025 - 16/04/2028. MEL Aviation Ltd are responsible for providing technical support to complete scheduled/ad-hoc repairs, maintenance and calibration tests as well as Post Design Services and Modification support to ensure the safe working and continued efficiency of the Gas Cylinder Equipment. The award value of this contract is PS2,496,690.14 ex VAT and may increase up to a maximum of PS3,200,000.00 ex VAT

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b73aa966-167b-416f-b169-8ae66f2f6629
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39ff5251-4efb-4a76-a02b-d466296b153a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,496,690 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,496,690 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
16 Apr 2025 - 16 Apr 2028 3-4 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
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
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

MEL AVIATION

Further Information

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