Award

Supply of Aircraft Ground Power Units

HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited for the "Supply of Aircraft Ground Power Units," focusing on goods within the aviation industry. This tender is currently in the Award stage, following a completed evaluation, with an active contract signed on 11 May 2022. The project involves the supply and delivery of up to 24 Aircraft Ground Power Units to airports across Benbecula, Islay, Kirkwall, Inverness, Stornoway, Sumburgh, and Wick John O’Groats, with a total budget of £610,000. Supplier submissions for this tender were required electronically, with the submission period closing on 29 November 2021.

This contracting opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in aviation-related products and services, particularly those that manufacture or supply ground support equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on environmentally sustainable technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the buyer emphasises the importance of reducing reliance on diesel-powered units. The tender environment reflects a competitive landscape, having attracted multiple bids, including participation from both domestic and EU suppliers, suggesting ample opportunity for new entrants in this sector.

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Notice Title

Supply of Aircraft Ground Power Units

Notice Description

HIAL wished to appoint a sole Supplier to a Contract for the provision of the supply and delivery of up to x24 Aircraft Ground Power Units at airports located at Benbecula, Islay, Kirkwall, Inverness, Stornoway, Sumburgh, and Wick John O'Groats. HIAL reserves the right to order less than x24 units if required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

HIAL had a requirement for the supply and delivery of up to x24 Aircraft Ground Power Units (GPU's). In line with HIAL's key environmental commitments it is essential that the proposed GPU's are powered using a more environmentally sustainable solution than the current 100% diesel powered units.

Options: 1. Optional additional equipment including: Spare DC Heavy duty output lead; Load Bank; Service Pack; and Frequently used spare parts 2. Future requirements - there may be a requirement for HIAL to purchase additional GPU's throughout the term of this contract, although this is not guaranteed.

Renewal: There will be provision to extend annually by a further two years if mutually agreed and depending on performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000668628
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN451059
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31610000 - Electrical equipment for engines and vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£610,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£610,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info@hial.co.uk, procurement@hial.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1667462445

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV2 7JB
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Culloden and Ardersier
Westminster Constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AERO SPECIALTIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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