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title: "Provision of White Force Support for Qualified Weapons Instructor Course (QWIC) for MQ-9 Reaper"
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# Provision of White Force Support for Qualified Weapons Instructor Course (QWIC) for MQ-9 Reaper

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-04a651fa-44f7-439f-b5c0-587035ee3a39

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, seeking support for the Qualified Weapons Instructor Course (QWIC) for the MQ-9 Reaper aircraft. The procurement, classified under the industry category of Training Simulators (CPV 34152000), took place primarily in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender was awarded on 5th February 2021, with the contract commencing on 8th February 2021 and set to conclude on 30th September 2022. This selective procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £322,050.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training simulation and related services, particularly those with capabilities in developing synthetic training scenarios. Firms that could excel in competing for such contracts include large service providers with a focus on defence and aviation training solutions. The involvement of established suppliers like INZPIRE LIMITED indicates a competitive environment favourable for innovative and capable entrants, especially those who can navigate the complexities of defence procurement processes.

## Notice

Development of develop synthetic training scenarios and supporting documentation for the MQ-9 Reaper QWIC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/967a4033-38dc-45f2-99d3-cd4287494bf0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Feb 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £322,050 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £322,050 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BUCKS |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP14 4UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway West |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INZPIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34152000 - Training simulators

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2021 at 10:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/967a4033-38dc-45f2-99d3-cd4287494bf0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/967a4033-38dc-45f2-99d3-cd4287494bf0
  23rd March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b85b88fa-f1ce-4702-8a33-58ec6bb678d2
  FATS5 Tasking Order Form

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