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19 Jun 2026 at 12:23

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02 Jun 2026 at 09:21

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02 Jun 2026 at 09:14

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has awarded a contract titled "UKRI-6079 NERC - Storage, maintenance and decommissioning services of Aircraft" to Avalon Aero Ltd. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on repair and maintenance services related to aircraft. The procurement method used was a direct award due to the absence of competition for technical reasons. This contract began on 1st July 2026 and will run until 31st March 2027, with the potential for a six-month extension, concluding on 30th September 2027. The strategic administration of this contract, based at the Aerospace sector within Bedfordshire, signifies its completion stage in the procurement lifecycle.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the aviation industry. Companies specialising in aircraft maintenance and storage services are well-suited for such contracts. The direct award process indicates a niche service requirement, potentially providing a stable revenue stream over the contract period and supporting businesses in developing long-term partnerships with public sector bodies like UKRI. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a company's reputation and its portfolio within the aerotechnical sector in the UK.

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Notice Title

UKRI-6079 NERC - Storage and maintenance of FAAM Aircraft

Notice Description

UKRI has appointed a supplier for the provision of Storage and maintenance of FAAM Aircraft to NERC.

Procurement Information

Competition is absent for technical reasons.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab1c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058070-2026
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£185,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£185,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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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