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BBMF PA474 Lancaster Major Maintenance & Component Support

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

18 Dec 2025 at 08:58

Award

07 Nov 2025 at 19:40

Tender

29 May 2025 at 08:39

Planning

22 May 2025 at 09:22

Summary of the contracting process

The BBMF PA474 Lancaster Major Maintenance & Component Support contract is a comprehensive procurement process led by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority located in Bristol, UK. The contract, which commenced on 1st November 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st October 2028 with a possible extension to 31st October 2029, focuses on scheduled major maintenance and component support for aircraft in the UK region UKF3. This procurement falls under the 'services' category and was completed using a competitive flexible procedure. The contract was officially awarded to Propshop Limited, with significant activities including major maintenance scheduling and component support across four distinct sections. The contract, valued at a gross amount of GBP 3,940,488, was signed on 23rd October 2025.

Businesses specialising in aircraft maintenance and component repair services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), may find substantial opportunities for growth through such contracts. This project requires expertise in repair, maintenance, and associated services related to aircraft, making it ideal for companies with technical capabilities in these areas. The engagement could further offer extension options for additional support and contract activities, enabling involved firms to expand their service offerings and strengthen their foothold in aerospace maintenance. With the Defence Equipment and Support's open procurement method, companies adept in navigating competitive tenders may find this contract beneficial to their strategic growth plans.

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Notice Title

BBMF PA474 Lancaster Major Maintenance & Component Support

Notice Description

The BBMF Lancaster PA474 Lancaster Major Maintenance & Component Support Requirement is split into 4 sections: A: to carry out scheduled Major Maintenance on Lancaster PA474, B: to provide component support, including procurement, repairs and modifications, C: generic contract requirements including project management; D: Main Spar initial scoping activity.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: 2 x 1 year options

Renewal: 2 x 1 year options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051cdb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084111-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50210000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£3,283,740 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
Jess Pellowe
Contact Email
jess.pellowe101@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
TLF3 Lincolnshire

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

AIRCRAFT RESTORATION

PROPSHOP

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