Planning

Works Contractor Basing and Infrastructure for the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) Programme

DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION

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31 Mar 2026 at 14:22

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation, a central government public authority based in Lichfield, United Kingdom, is in the planning stage of a tender process for the "Works Contractor Basing and Infrastructure for the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) Programme." This procurement involves constructing hangarage and supporting facilities for a new fleet of NMH aircraft and falls under the works category, specifically construction work for military buildings and installations. The planned contract period for the works, identified under lot 1, is from 1 February 2027 to 1 May 2031, with a future notice date set for 31 January 2027. The procurement initiative adheres to legal standards set by the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for construction and infrastructure companies specialising in military and aviation facilities. It is particularly suited for businesses with expertise in large-scale government contracts and those capable of delivering complex infrastructure within stringent timelines. Engaging in this competitive procurement process could accelerate business growth through partnerships with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation and contribute to substantial projects within the military sector. Businesses equipped with the requisite experience and capability should consider preparing for this opportunity as the formal tender notice approaches.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Works Contractor Basing and Infrastructure for the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) Programme

Notice Description

The hangarage and supporting facilities for a new fleet of New Medium Helicopter (NMH) aircraft.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067999
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029844-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45216200 - Construction work for military buildings and installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jan 202711 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 1 May 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS14 9PY
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Whittington & Streethay
Westminster Constituency
Tamworth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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