Tender

Command Support Air Transport Recapitalisation (CSAT Recap)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

10 Dec 2021 at 15:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the tender stage of the Command Support Air Transport Recapitalisation (CSAT Recap) procurement process, with a total value of £80 million. This initiative, classified under the Fixed-wing aircrafts category, aims to deliver two aircraft by 31 March 2022, with additional flying hour commitments extending into 2024. The tender period concludes on 14 January 2022, while the contract is set to commence on 1 February 2022 and run until 31 March 2024. The aircraft will be operated from RAF Northolt, with responsibilities for maintenance and operation resting with the contractor during this period.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in aviation services and aircraft maintenance, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can meet the high standards required by the Ministry of Defence. Companies that can provide reliable aircraft leasing, maintenance, or piloting services, as well as those capable of training personnel, will be well-positioned to compete. The requirement for civilian crews and the training of RAF pilots adds another layer of opportunity for businesses with expertise in aviation training and support services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Command Support Air Transport Recapitalisation (CSAT Recap)

Notice Description

This notice is being published for transparency purposes only. It is not a call for expressions of interest. CSAT RECAP Phase 1 requires delivery of 2 Aircraft to the Authority. Time is of the essence for the delivery of these 2 Aircraft, this shall be measured on whether the Aircraft are both Accepted by 31 March 2022. The Aircraft may initially be based from an Operating Base of the Contractor's choosing or RAF Northolt (NHT) but must transition to RAF NHT (which will become the Main Operating Base (MOB)) by Phase 1 Full Operating Capability (FOC). The Aircraft will need to achieve a minimum unrefueled range of 3,850nm from an unrestricted airfield transporting up to 8 passengers, 3 crew and associated baggage. The CSAT Recap Aircraft will be owned by MoD but will be leased back to the Contractor and operated during the period of Phase 1 on the Civil Aircraft Register by the Contractor who will assume all airworthiness responsibility. CSAT RECAP Phase 1 requires delivery of up to 980 flying hours in the first year ending 31 March 2023 and up to 1200 flying hours in the second year, ending 31 March 2024 from the two Aircraft that are available. These services are to be available 7 days per week, 365 days per year from the Contractors Operating Base and/or the MOB. CSAT Recap requires delivery of a support arrangement that will incorporate all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance arisings where risk will be appropriately apportioned to ensure that a high level of Aircraft availability can be reasonably achieved. The solution also requires the Contractor to manage delivery of all Aircraft movements in accordance with tasking from the Authority. While civilian crews are required to pilot the Aircraft in Phase 1, this phase also includes a requirement to train an initial cadre of RAF pilots and cabin crew to supplement the civilian pilots in delivering the flying hours.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1713fdbe-2184-4f65-827a-e84d1efd4fcf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34711110 - Fixed-wing aircrafts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
DSE C17CSAE-Commercial2
Contact Email
desc17csae-commercial@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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