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Provision of a Flight Simulator for the International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight 2026

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by South Ayrshire Council involves the provision of a Flight Simulator for the International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight 2026. This contract, categorised under general public services and housing and community amenities, focuses on services for the local area of Ayr, UKM94, with completion status. The procurement method employed was limited, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, justified by its scope being outside regulatory application. The contract was awarded to JHG Simulators, signed on 16 February 2025, and although its financial value registers as nominal, it is tagged as both award and contract stage, underlining its formal completion.

This tender presents opportunities for business growth for companies specialising in simulations and aviation-related services, particularly SMEs looking to penetrate the niche market within entertainment and technology for public shows. JHG Simulators, classified as an SME, exemplifies the type of business ideally positioned to benefit from this procurement, having seized the opportunity to supply equipment for a significant local event. For similar businesses aiming to expand their presence in regional events, engaging in supplies for local councils or festivals can establish reputation and afford entry into robust, albeit specialised, sectors.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Flight Simulator for the International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight 2026

Notice Description

Provision of a Flight Simulator for the International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight 2026

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of a Flight Simulator for the International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight 2026

Procurement Information

The Value of this procurement is outside the scope of the application of the regulations

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823867
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550592
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92300000 - Entertainment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20251 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
SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AYR
Postcode
KA7 1DR
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM94 South Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM94 South Ayrshire

Local Authority
South Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Ayr West
Westminster Constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JHG SIMULATORS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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