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03 Aug 2026 at 07:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is overseeing a procurement process titled "Check-in Desks for RAF Brize Norton Terminal" under the industry category of airport equipment and installation works. The project is located in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. This procurement is in the award stage, with the contract awarded to Robson Handling Technology Ltd. The contract involves the installation of four new ergonomic check-in desks, which are compatible with existing equipment, to ensure seamless operations at the RAF Brize Norton Terminal. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 16th September 2026 and conclude on 17th September 2027, with the formal contract signing scheduled for 14th September 2026. The procurement method employed is a direct award, a decision made to mitigate programme, operational, and safety risks associated with sourcing from alternative contractors.

This procurement initiative provides significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in airport equipment and infrastructure, particularly those with expertise in the seamless integration of new installations with existing systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Robson Handling Technology Ltd, which possess the necessary skills and technological capabilities, are well-positioned to undertake such projects, offering comprehensive solutions that meet the stringent requirements set by central government authorities such as the Ministry of Defence. The contract’s value is significant, with a gross amount of £315,996, highlighting a substantial financial opportunity for businesses equipped to deliver goods and services related to airport operations and infrastructure development.

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Notice Title

Check-in Desks for RAF Brize Norton Terminal

Notice Description

Four new ergonomic check-in desks will be installed to replace existing equipment in the terminal at RAF Brize Norton. The replacement desks must be interoperable with the existing equipment, including the passenger baggage handling (PBH) roller track, to ensure continuity of operations.

Procurement Information

The Authority proposes to enter into a contract with Robson Handling Technology Limited on a single source basis in accordance with Schedule 5, paragraph 7 of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) (additional or repeat goods, services, or works). The Authority has a requirement to procure four additional check-in desks for the terminal at RAF Brize Norton. The equipment must be compatible with the conveyor system, and must integrate with the same electrical control panel as the existing passenger & baggage handling (PBH) equipment. Procuring equipment from an alternative contractor would introduce significant programme, operational, and safety risk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d97b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072971-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

34960000 - Airport equipment

45213333 - Installation works of airport check-in counters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£263,330 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
HP14 4UE
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway West
Westminster Constituency
Mid Buckinghamshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROBSON HANDLING TECHNOLOGY

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