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C17 Synthetic Training Service

MOD

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25 May 2021 at 11:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is conducting a procurement process for the "C17 Synthetic Training Service" aimed at delivering comprehensive training for the UK's RAF C17 User Groups. This contract falls under the services category with a classification in training and simulation for aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft (CPV code 80650000). The procurement method employed is a selective competitive procedure with negotiation. The award for this contract was made on May 1, 2021, with an estimated value of approximately £274 million. The delivery location specified is within the United Kingdom, and while the procurement process is complete, the associated contracts remain active.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the defence, aviation, and simulation fields, especially those offering training services or related technologies. Companies with capabilities in large-scale training facilities, simulation software, or support services aligned with military standards would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders of this nature. Engaging in such contracts could enhance business growth and strengthen partnerships with government and military agencies.

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Notice Title

C17 Synthetic Training Service

Notice Description

C17 Synthetic Training Service

Lot Information

Lot 1

Delivery of UK C17 Synthetic Training Service for RAF C17 User Groups.

Options: The Authority is considering the contract duration and currently assess that a long term commitment aligned to the current Aircraft Out of Service Date in 2040 as being the most appropriate length of commitment to achieve value for money.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b4b8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011590-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80650000 - Training and simulation in aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£274,369,364 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MOD
Contact Name
Thomas Macklin
Contact Email
thomas.macklin100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3001616856

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

BOEING DEFENCE

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