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Viking Gliders Support Contract

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, COMBAT AIR, UK MILITARY FLYING TRAINING SYSTEM (UKMFTS)

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17 Apr 2024 at 13:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, Combat Air, UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) is inviting suppliers to participate in the selective procurement process for the Viking Gliders Support Contract. This procurement falls under the goods category and involves the provision of post design services, supply of aircraft modification sets, and spares for the Grob Viking TMk1 glider aircraft. The contract value is £7,700,000 GBP, with two lots available, each specifying their own services and contract periods. The deadline for submission of tenders is 20th May 2024, with the tender period ending on that date.

This tender presents an opportunity for organisations in the aerospace industry to provide specialized services and aircraft parts for the UK Military Flying Training System. Businesses with experience in aircraft maintenance, parts supply, and technical publications would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement method for this opportunity is a competitive procedure with negotiation, allowing for engagement with suppliers to refine proposals before final selection. Suppliers are advised to review the detailed requirements outlined in the tender documents and consider the potential for contract extensions to maximise long-term business growth prospects.

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Notice Title

Viking Gliders Support Contract

Notice Description

United Kingdom Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) has a requirement to contract with a competent organisation(s) to cover the provision of - Lot 1 - post design services, supply of aircraft modification sets, the preparation and supply of amendments to technical publications and other documents relating to the Viking TMk1 (Grob G103A Twin II Acro) Glider Aircraft. Lot 2 - Provision of spares including, type specific aircraft parts, general aircraft spares, launch consumables, and other consumables for use on and associated with the Grob Viking TMk1 glider aircraft. Expressions of interest ate via DPQQ https://www.contracts.mod.uk/go/37051265018EEC2E176B

Lot Information

Viking PDS Support

United Kingdom Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) has a requirement to contract with an organisation(s) to cover the provision of post design services, supply of aircraft modification sets, the preparation and supply of amendments to technical publications and other documents relating to the Viking TMk1 (Grob G103A Twin II Acro) Glider Aircraft.

Options: There will be 2 options in total in addition to the 3-year firm priced contract. Option 1: 1 year firm price extension Option 2: 1 year firm price extension These options extend the contract to a possible total length of 5 years.

The Provision of spares for the Grob Viking TMk1 Glider Aircraft

Provision of spares including, type specific aircraft parts, general aircraft spares, launch consumables, and other consumables for use on and associated with the Grob Viking TMk1 glider aircraft, to be delivered to RAF Syerston.

Options: There will be 2 options in total in addition to the 3-year firm priced contract. Option 1: 1 year firm price extension Option 2: 1 year firm price extension These options extend the contract to a possible total length of 5 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045305
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012512-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34721000 - Gliders

34731000 - Parts for aircraft

50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,416,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, COMBAT AIR, UK MILITARY FLYING TRAINING SYSTEM (UKMFTS)
Contact Name
Susan Connor
Contact Email
susan.connor105@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
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

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