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C17CSAE/707175450 - Military Parachute Training (MPT) aircraft solution USA requirement

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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05 Jun 2023 at 08:16

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking a contractor for the provision of a High Altitude Para (HAP) aircraft for Military Parachute Training (MPT) in the USA. The tender, titled "C17CSAE/707175450 - Military Parachute Training (MPT) aircraft solution USA requirement," falls under the services category and has an estimated value between $11,000,000 to $15,000,000 (excluding VAT). The procurement method is a selective Restricted Procedure, with a tender deadline of 4th August 2023.

This opportunity, posted on Contracts Finder by the Ministry of Defence in Bristol, England, presents a lucrative chance for businesses involved in fixed-wing aircrafts and piloted aircraft services. With a focus on airborne operations in the USA, suitable businesses with experience in providing aerial parachuting platforms and personnel for military purposes are encouraged to apply by the specified deadline to potentially secure a five-year service contract with additional yearly options.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

C17CSAE/707175450 - Military Parachute Training (MPT) aircraft solution USA requirement

Notice Description

The aircraft type should be a recognised High Altitude Para (HAP) aircraft able to carry a minimum of 12 x parachutists with full kit with the ability to air despatch Freefall parachutists and facilitate an oxygen (O2) capability for HAP. The contractor will be required to provide suitably qualified personnel to despatch parachutists from the aircraft when UK Military Parachute Jump Instructors (PJIs) are not available. Parachuting is to be conducted from the aircraft tailgate ramp. The parachuting platform should be cleared to operate in the USA by day and night from multiple locations within proximity of identified and cleared drop zones and training areas. The Authority envisages a five year availability service with three, one-year contract options thereafter. The service is forecast to commence from summer 2024 with the contractor meeting US FAA regulations as appropriate, and providing a MPT platform with type rated aircrew, engineers, and fire & crash cover able to maintain and sustain the operation. An initial Aircraft Flying Time of 300hrs per year (with a surge capability if required by the Authority) is anticipated via 3 x operating windows of 2/3 weeks each, currently forecast for July and January with a flexi-window. Note the Estimated Value of Requirement is inclusive of option years. Estimated value excluding VAT: $11,000,000 to $15,000,000. As this procurement relates to the provision of services used for military purposes, the Authority will comply with the Defence & Security Public Contract Regulations (DSPCR 2011). The procurement will operate under the Restricted Procedure. The Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP) will be used to manage the DPQQ and Invitation to Tender (ITT) process, including evaluation. Access to the DSP is required to complete the DPQQ and it is recommended that access is requested via Supplier Registration Page. The deadline for receipt of clarification questions relating to the PQQ is 16:00 BST on 21st July 2023. The closing date for PQQ submissions will be 4th August 2023 (23:59 BST).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7010173f-70e9-4834-bf4b-574e0f0968b9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

34711110 - Fixed-wing aircrafts

34711300 - Piloted aircraft

39523100 - Dirigible parachutes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Aug 2023 - 8 Aug 2023 30 days
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
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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