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Tender

08 Jun 2026 at 15:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport has initiated an open procurement process for the "Aviation Fleet Data Service." This tender focuses on acquiring data services to monitor the global aviation fleet, aiming to understand market conditions within the commercial aviation sector. The procurement falls under the services category, with a total contract value of £15,000. The project is based in the United Kingdom, and bids are to be submitted via Jaggaer by 29th June 2026. Interested parties can make inquiries until 17th June 2026. The contract is set to commence on 20th July 2026 and conclude on 19th July 2027, with possible extensions for up to 24 additional months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in data services, database systems, and market research services. With an emphasis on quality accounting for 80% of the award criteria, businesses with robust offerings in these domains will be well-suited to compete. The procurement is particularly favourable for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), aligning with criteria that support diverse business participation. Engaging in this project will not only provide financial benefits but also enhance a company’s portfolio within the central government vertical, potentially leading to further governmental contracts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Aviation Fleet Data Service

Notice Description

The procurement of data to be used to monitor changes in the composition of the global aviation fleet, and to build an understanding of past, current and future market conditions in the commercial aviation sector. The DfT proposes to enter into a Contract for the initial period of 12 months with the successful Tenderer (Supplier).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will have the option to extend at the same annual cost by a further 24 months in 12-month increments, reviewed on an annual basis. As part of this extension the DfT will review how many shared user accounts are required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b034
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053967-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

48610000 - Database systems

72300000 - Data services

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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