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7157755459 LSP Flapjack

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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27 Jul 2026 at 17:31

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process outlined in this tender is managed by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government public authority located in Bristol, United Kingdom. The tender, titled "7157755459 LSP Flapjack," falls under the services category, specifically aircraft repair services (CPV 50211200). This process is currently at the tender stage with an open procedure method, allowing for electronic submissions via the Defence Sourcing Portal. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 20th August 2026, the tender submission deadline on 17th September 2026, and an award period ending on 16th November 2026. The procurement aims to engage a supplier for the design and production of parts for the BBMF Lancaster aircraft hydraulic flapjack, comprising two units required by November 2026 and June 2027.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in aircraft repair and component manufacturing, particularly those experienced with hydraulic systems for historic or military aircraft. The contract, valued at £675,000 gross, includes core and optional work pertaining to hydraulic flapjack components, allowing qualified businesses to demonstrate and expand their expertise in the defence sector. The focus on weighted value for money as a key award criterion suggests that bids will be assessed on both technical merit and cost efficiency, creating an opportunity for competitive pricing strategies. Businesses with a strong technical background in this field and capabilities to meet the specified timelines will find this tender well-suited for their growth objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

7157755459 LSP Flapjack

Notice Description

This tender notice is being re-published following revisions to the original scope of requirements. The opportunity was previously advertised under reference LSP Flapjack UK 4 Tender Notice 715755459 which has subsequently expired. The re-publication is intended to reflect the updated scope and ensure that all prospective suppliers have access to the latest requirements and associated information when preparing and submitting their responses. The Authority has a requirement for the provision of services for the design and production of the BBMF Lancaster aircraft hydraulic flapjack part, quantity two. The Lancaster aircraft is currently undergoing maintenance. One hydraulic flapjack must be provided by November 2026, and the second by June 2027. This contract contains core work, for the provision of the hydraulic flapjack cylinder and end cap (FJC + EC), and an option, for the additional cost for the provision of the entire hydraulic flapjack unit (FJA). The Authority will determine whether this option shall be exercised after contract award. The supplier for this work must be compliant with the technical requirements set out in the ITT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d4a9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070972-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50211200 - Aircraft repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£562,500 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£562,500 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Nov 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 1-2 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
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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