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The Provision of C-17 Air Traffic Control (ATC)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE RAF HIGH WYCOMBE AIR COMMERCIAL

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26 Jul 2022 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence RAF High Wycombe Air Commercial is seeking a reliable civilian air navigation service provider through a limited procurement method, specifically using a negotiated procedure without prior publication of a contract notice. The contract, titled "The Provision of C-17 Air Traffic Control (ATC)", involves the provision of data services and has been awarded to Arinc Incorporated for an estimated value of £284,000. The service is vital for complying with Global Air Traffic Management regulations and enhancing aircraft communication capabilities. The contract was signed on 26th July 2022, and the delivery will take place in the UK.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in aviation-related services, particularly those with expertise in air traffic control and satellite communication technologies. Companies offering advanced data link capabilities and compliance with GATM regulations would be well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. The procurement also indicates the need for suppliers who can demonstrate a thorough understanding of the technical requirements and integration processes, making it an ideal landscape for businesses aiming to expand their operations in the defence sector.

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Notice Title

The Provision of C-17 Air Traffic Control (ATC)

Notice Description

UK C17 require a reliable, civilian air navigation service provider compliant, near Global coverage SATCOM Data Link capability to comply with developing and extant Global Air Traffic Management (GATM) regulations, provide direct controller-pilot communications, operate within reduced lateral separation airspace, provide increased situational awareness to the aircraft operating authority , improve Command and Communications (C2) and provide means of obtaining meteorological data digitally, all through the use of extant installed avionics systems.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UK C17 require a reliable, civilian air navigation service provider compliant, near Global coverage SATCOM Data Link capability to comply with developing and extant Global Air Traffic Management (GATM) regulations, provide direct controller-pilot communications, operate within reduced lateral separation airspace, provide increased situational awareness to the aircraft operating authority , improve Command and Communications (C2) and provide means of obtaining meteorological data digitally, all through the use of extant installed avionics systems.

Procurement Information

The Ministry of Defence intends to award a contract to Arinc Incorporated for the estimated value of PS284,000.00 ex VAT pursuant to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015) using the negotiated procedure without prior publication of a contract notice for the Provision of C-17 Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Operational Control Satcom Data Link Service. This procedure is considered appropriate due to Arinc currently providing the service and have been identified as having the specific technical integration and knowledge skills to successfully deliver the required service. Arinc Incorporated have a complete understanding of the C-17 Data Link requirement. This is further supported by no expressions of interest and/or queries received from the market in response to the Request for Information published on 23rd May 2022 via Defence Sourcing Portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-035639
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020369-2022
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£284,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jul 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 RAF HIGH WYCOMBE AIR COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
simran.gill122@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARINC

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