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Replacement of on Airport Navigation Aids - Single Procurement Document (Stage 1)

GLASGOW PRESTWICK AIRPORT

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19 Feb 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Prestwick Airport is actively seeking suppliers for the project "Replacement of on Airport Navigation Aids" under the tender stage of procurement. The initiative, aligned with the Utilities Contracts Regulations (Scotland) 2016, involves replacing outdated Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) and associated Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) at runways 12/30 of Glasgow Prestwick Airport (EGPK). The procurement process follows a restricted procedure aiming to identify qualified candidates through a Standard Questionnaire (SQ). Interested parties must submit their responses via email by 13th March 2026. The contract, focusing on works, will commence on 8th June 2026 and conclude by 7th December 2026. This procurement addresses Airport Related Activities within South Ayrshire, UKM94.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in airport equipment supply, installation, and commissioning. Firms experienced in handling complex navigation equipment in aviation settings are particularly well-placed to propose innovative solutions for improving airport navigation and safety. As Glasgow Prestwick Airport, a central purchasing body, leads the initiative, businesses engaging with this project may enhance their portfolio while establishing long-term partnerships within the UK aviation sector. The selective procurement method ensures that only businesses meeting stringent technical and economic criteria will advance to the next stage, benefiting those with proven capabilities in delivering quality services efficiently.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Replacement of on Airport Navigation Aids - Single Procurement Document (Stage 1)

Notice Description

INTRODUCTION: Glasgow Prestwick Airport (GPA) is planning to replace its current, aging Navigation Aids consisting of 2 Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), and associated Distance Measuring Equipment (DME). This is the Standard Questionnaire (SQ) for the Supply, Installation, commissioning and support for a replacement Instrument Landing System and associated Distance Measuring Equipment for runways 12/30 at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (EGPK) "The Authority". South Ayrshire Council owns EGPK and is advertising this procurement process using the Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) Portal Service and conducted in accordance with the Utilities Contracts Regulations (Scotland) 2016 Restricted Procedure. EGPK will use the information provided in response to this SQ to determine eligibility and suitability of Applicants for progression to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) phase of this procurement programme. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS Please submit your Response using the attached questionnaire template by close of business Friday 13th March 2026 by emailing to Charmaine Taggart at ctaggart@glasgowprestwick.com

Lot Information

Lot 1

INTRODUCTION: Glasgow Prestwick Airport (GPA) is planning to replace its current, aging Navigation Aids consisting of 2 Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), and associated Distance Measuring Equipment (DME). This is the Standard Questionnaire (SQ) for the Supply, Installation, commissioning and support for a replacement Instrument Landing System and associated Distance Measuring Equipment for runways 12/30 at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (EGPK) "The Authority". South Ayrshire Council owns EGPK and is advertising this procurement process using the Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) Portal Service and conducted in accordance with the Utilities Contracts Regulations (Scotland) 2016 Restricted Procedure. EGPK will use the information provided in response to this SQ to determine eligibility and suitability of Applicants for progression to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) phase of this procurement programme. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS Please submit your Response using the attached questionnaire template by close of business Friday 13th March 2026 by emailing to Charmaine Taggart at ctaggart@glasgowprestwick.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823987
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549922
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

38110000 - Navigational instruments

45235100 - Construction work for airports

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Jun 2026 - 7 Dec 2026 6-12 months
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
GLASGOW PRESTWICK AIRPORT
Contact Name
Miss Charmaine Taggart
Contact Email
ctaggart@glasgowprestwick.com
Contact Phone
+44 1292511219

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTWICK
Postcode
KA9 2PL
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
Prestwick
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549922
    Replacement of on Airport Navigation Aids - Single Procurement Document (Stage 1) - INTRODUCTION: Glasgow Prestwick Airport (GPA) is planning to replace its current, aging Navigation Aids consisting of 2 Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), and associated Distance Measuring Equipment (DME). This is the Standard Questionnaire (SQ) for the Supply, Installation, commissioning and support for a replacement Instrument Landing System and associated Distance Measuring Equipment for runways 12/30 at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (EGPK) "The Authority". South Ayrshire Council owns EGPK and is advertising this procurement process using the Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) Portal Service and conducted in accordance with the Utilities Contracts Regulations (Scotland) 2016 Restricted Procedure. EGPK will use the information provided in response to this SQ to determine eligibility and suitability of Applicants for progression to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) phase of this procurement programme. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS Please submit your Response using the attached questionnaire template by close of business Friday 13th March 2026 by emailing to Charmaine Taggart at ctaggart@glasgowprestwick.com

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