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title: "Provision of Aircraft Spares to Support the Merlin Capability - Transparency"
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# Provision of Aircraft Spares to Support the Merlin Capability - Transparency

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1cbd6d58-1287-43aa-b5ab-741a11ea556a

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the Provision of Aircraft Spares to Support the Merlin Capability in Yeovil, England. The contract falls under the industry category of Parts for helicopters and follows a selective procurement method with a contract value of £1,500,000. The tendering process concluded on 20th July 2022, and the contract period spans from 31st October 2022 to 31st October 2025.

This contract presents an opportunity for businesses involved in supplying aircraft spares to expand their operations. Companies with experience in the aerospace industry, particularly in providing parts for helicopters, may find this tender well-suited for their capabilities. The Ministry of Defence's emphasis on transparency and the significant contract value make this opportunity attractive for businesses looking to enhance their presence in the defence sector.

## Notice

The Provision of Aircraft Spares for the Merlin Capability (Merlin Spares Enabling Contract) Additional information: Contract Documents for transparency

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1abb2ac-74ca-4eea-aadf-83aa153d423c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Dec 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Oct 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Oct 2022 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | YEOVIL |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | BA22 2YB |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AVIATION SPARES AND REPAIRS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34731700 - Parts for helicopters

## Release History

- 8 Dec 2022 at 16:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1abb2ac-74ca-4eea-aadf-83aa153d423c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1abb2ac-74ca-4eea-aadf-83aa153d423c
  8th December 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/13ca3654-847e-4dd1-aa1a-60fe13a19f7c
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/66b0ec5e-e6d8-46da-8a91-716f09765f1f
  n/a

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