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VTN_70338450 _ Electro Magnetic Release Unit (EMRU) 22 Mk1 Support Contract

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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25 Mar 2022 at 11:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the UK Ministry of Defence, seeks to establish a support contract for the Electro Magnetic Release Unit (EMRU) 22 Mk1 on Merlin and Wildcat helicopters. This project is currently in the Award stage, with an estimated contract value of £300,000 excluding VAT and a duration of three years from 2022 to 2025, pending business case approval. The procurement method employed is a limited negotiated procedure, allowing the contracting authority to directly award the contract due to the exclusive technical capabilities of Portsmouth Aviation Limited, the chosen supplier.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the aerospace and defence sectors, particularly those that specialise in repair and maintenance services for military aircraft and systems. Companies with technical expertise in supporting helicopter operations or those capable of providing similar services may find this contract especially relevant. The exclusive nature of this award underscores the importance of technical knowledge in securing public contracts, highlighting a competitive advantage for businesses with specialised skills and experience in military support services.

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Notice Title

VTN_70338450 _ Electro Magnetic Release Unit (EMRU) 22 Mk1 Support Contract

Notice Description

The Merlin Delivery Team, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to place a contract with Portsmouth Aviation Limited (PAL) for Support of the Electro Magnetic Release Unit (EMRU) 22 Mk1 Equipment on the Merlin and Wildcat Helicopters for a contract period of 3 years (2022 to 2025) subject to business case approval, at an estimated total contract value of PS300k Ex. VAT. It is considered that a contract may be placed using the negotiated procedure without prior publication of a contract notice pursuant to Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2011 on the basis of technical reasons. Portsmouth Aviation Limited has exclusive knowledge and skills that are required to provide the support service required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Contract will be for the Support of the Electro Magnetic Release Unit (EMRU) 22 Mk1 Equipment on the Merlin and Wildcat Helicopters for a contract period of 3 years (2022 to 2025) subject to business case approval.

Procurement Information

It is considered that a contract may be placed using the negotiated procedure without prior publication of a contract notice pursuant to Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2011 on the basis of technical reasons. Portsmouth Aviation Limited has exclusive knowledge and skills that are required to provide the support service required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-032658
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008126-2022
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 without publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35612300 - Support helicopters

50650000 - Repair and maintenance services of military aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Charlotte Pundyke
Contact Email
charlotte.pundyke100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1935704701

Buyer Location

Locality
YEOVIL
Postcode
BA20 2YB
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Yeovil South
Westminster Constituency
Yeovil

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PORTSMOUTH AVIATION

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