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NERC - Storage and maintenance of FAAM Aircraft

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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20 Apr 2026 at 13:38

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the UKRI project entitled "NERC - Storage and Maintenance of FAAM Aircraft" has successfully progressed to the award and contract stage. Conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, the procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically targeting aircraft repair and maintenance. Avalon Aero Ltd has been appointed as the supplier, with the contract active from 1st April 2026 to 30th June 2026, potentially extending for another 12 months. The procurement method was direct, below threshold and without competition, indicating a streamlined approach. Key dates include contract signing on 27th March 2026, with the award made official on 20th April 2026. The primary location for the services is within the United Kingdom.

This procurement offers distinct growth opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises specialising in aircraft maintenance and storage services. Given the nature of the contract, it is especially suitable for businesses similar to Avalon Aero Ltd, which possess expertise in repair, maintenance, and associated services related to aircraft. The simplicity of the procurement method and the specific focus on a niche service area allow agile and specialised companies to leverage their capabilities and secure government contracts, potentially leading to further renewals or extensions. Engaging with public authority procurements like this can pave the way for businesses to expand their service offerings and reinforce their market presence within the aviation maintenance industry.

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Notice Title

NERC - Storage and maintenance of FAAM Aircraft

Notice Description

UKRI has appointed a supplier for the UKRI-5978 Storage and maintenance of FAAM Aircraft and related spare parts for NERC.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06867d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035698-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AVALON AERO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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