Award

Support for Mission Aircrew Numerical Training and Identification System (MANTIS)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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07 Aug 2025 at 11:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, based in High Wycombe, has completed a procurement process for "Support for Mission Aircrew Numerical Training and Identification System (MANTIS)" at RAF Cranwell. This process falls under the industry category of defence services and was conducted using a direct procurement method, specifically below the threshold and without competition. The contract, awarded on 6th August 2025, is valued at £33,325 (net), with a gross amount of £39,990. The services have been assigned to JD2E Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) located in Wellingore, Lincoln, beginning on 11th August 2025, with an option for a 12-month extension. The procurement stage is marked as complete, with the contract period running until 10th August 2026.

This procurement of defence services presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in niche technological support and training systems for military applications. JD2E Limited's successful acquisition of this contract showcases the benefit to businesses with expertise in specific service segments, such as mission aircrew training systems or similar defence-related technologies. Companies capable of delivering specialised, high-value technical support and training might find similar tenders advantageous for business growth. The direct procurement approach can often favour those who maintain robust relationships with government entities, highlighting the importance of strategic positioning to secure future contracts.

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Notice Title

Support for Mission Aircrew Numerical Training and Identification System (MANTIS)

Notice Description

Support for Mission Aircrew Numerical Training and Identification System (MANTIS) at RAF Cranwell.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05833f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046851-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75220000 - Defence services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,325 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
10 Aug 2025 - 10 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
alexander.tebbitt885@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
HP14 4UE
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway West
Westminster Constituency
Mid Buckinghamshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JD2E

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