Tender

Aircraft Training Environment

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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Tender

06 May 2025 at 09:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers through Mercateo UK Limited, part of Unite Holding SE, for the Aircraft Training Environment project, under the category "Aircraft or spacecraft equipment, trainers, simulators and associated parts". The procurement is at the tender stage with a selective method, specifically a catalogue purchase. The tender aims to enhance training simulations for aircrew and ground staff, located within the United Kingdom. Key dates to note include the tender period ending on 31st May 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1st June 2025 and conclude by 1st May 2026. The estimated project value ranges from £200,000 to £500,000, and applications are welcomed throughout the duration of this opportunity.

This tender invites SMEs and VCSEs with expertise in scalable and adaptable aircraft training solutions, offering significant growth opportunities in the defence sector. Businesses specialising in mock-up aircraft components, cockpit simulations, and virtual or augmented reality training aids will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. This procurement process not only promises increased market penetration for the successful suppliers but also demands adherence to military, safety, and quality assurance standards. Suppliers who can innovate while maintaining technical accuracy and safety are particularly encouraged to apply, potentially reaping substantial benefits by joining the Mercateo Procurement Platform.

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Notice Title

Aircraft Training Environment

Notice Description

Mercateo UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Mercateo Procurement Platform to support the provision of Aircraft Training Environment solutions. The Mercateo Procurement Platform (www.mercateo.co.uk) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage their low-value, high-volume procurement activities. This specific opportunity focuses on the supply and ongoing provision of products and services that contribute to a high-fidelity Aircraft Training Environment, enabling simulation, instruction, and operational readiness for aircrew and ground personnel. The selected supplier(s) will be expected to provide equipment, software, and associated materials or support services that enhance the realism, safety, and technical accuracy of aircraft training scenarios. We welcome reliable and experienced suppliers who can deliver scalable and adaptable training solutions, including but not limited to: mock-up aircraft components, cockpit simulations, virtual or augmented reality modules, instructional aids, and maintenance training equipment. All offerings must meet relevant military, safety, and quality assurance standards. Successful applicants will be required to list the agreed products on to the Unite Procurement Portal. Further details can be found on the attached onboarding link. Please contact us with any enquiries. Applications are welcomed throughout the duration of this opportunity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d0afd0a9-34c2-49b2-8774-387cd6e3571e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c4b128e-4840-4641-8b72-d9a6b0dfb7d0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Catalogue purchase
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34740000 - Aircraft or spacecraft equipment, trainers, simulators and associated parts

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 1 May 2026 6-12 months
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
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ccstailspend@unite.eu
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2B 5AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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