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PST/05904 - Ground Training Aids at RNSFDO - F-35 Full Scale Replicas

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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05 Aug 2026 at 13:54

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is progressing a procurement process for Ground Training Aids, specifically focusing on F-35 Full Scale Replicas for the Royal Naval School of Flight Deck Operations. This tender is categorised under the goods industry, particularly for training aids and devices, and is situated in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. It is currently in the planning stage, with a procurement notice published on 5th August 2026. Key dates include the intended contract period commencing from 1st January 2027 to 1st January 2028, with a future notice anticipated around 30th November 2026. The procurement method is a tender, and it is grounded in legal provisions set forth by the UK's 2023 legislation. The procurement's estimated gross value is £2,000,000, with a net amount of £1,600,000.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses in the training aids and devices sector, especially those with proficiency in delivering realistic, operationally pertinent solutions. Ideal bidders would include small and medium-sized enterprises capable of producing purpose-built, high-fidelity training aids that replicate the operational F-35 aircraft, aligning with stringent military specifications. This contract presents an avenue for such businesses to expand their reach within central government contracts, specifically under the Ministry of Defence, fostering growth in capabilities and operational scope for suppliers capable of enhancing military training infrastructures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PST/05904 - Ground Training Aids at RNSFDO - F-35 Full Scale Replicas

Notice Description

The Royal Naval School of Flight Deck Operations' (RNSFDO) ability to deliver safe, effective aircraft handling and Flight Deck training is fundamentally dependent on access to modern, representative training aids. Dedicated F-35 Ground Training Aids (GTAs) are essential to ensure training remains current, realistic, and aligned with the aircraft routinely embarked in Royal Navy aviation-capable platforms. The value of realistic, hands-on training is particularly relevant given the significant operational and financial risks associated with aircraft movement on the Flight Deck. The procurement of a purpose-built F-35 Ground Training Aid (GTA) would significantly enhance RNSFDO's ability to deliver realistic, risk-reduced aircraft handling training. By providing a representative platform that accurately reflects the dimensions, configuration, and handling characteristics of the operational aircraft, personnel would be able to develop and rehearse critical ground movement skills in a controlled environment before working with live assets.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dc98
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074271-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39162200 - Training aids and devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Nov 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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