Tender

The Provision of Specialist Support to Joint Aviation Command (JAC)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 12:12

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

02 Oct 2025 at 09:00

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently undertaking a tender process for the provision of specialist support to the Joint Aviation Command (JAC). This process involves the procurement of services related to aircraft maintenance and the repair and maintenance of military aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing for broad competition. The tender is active, with a deadline for submission on April 28, 2026, and is organised under the defence and security special regime with the anticipated contract period starting on October 1, 2026, and running until September 30, 2029, with potential renewals. The total estimated contract value is over £3.9 million, with submissions required through the Defence Sourcing Portal.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses within the aerospace industry, particularly those specialising in military aircraft maintenance services. Companies with expertise in service delivery, operational management, and performance management could leverage this opportunity for growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable for this procurement, and the criteria for award focus on both quality and cost aspects, ensuring a value-for-money approach. The Ministry of Defence's procurement process could be a significant opportunity for firms aiming to expand their portfolio in government contracts and specialised defence services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Provision of Specialist Support to Joint Aviation Command (JAC)

Notice Description

Provision of Deputy Continuing Airworthiness Manager (DCAM) and Quality Managers to Joint Aviation Command (JAC) Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 1 option years (or part thereof) at the Authority's discretion

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a65d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029633-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50211100 - Aircraft maintenance services

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,273,333 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,273,333 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
24 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HT
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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