--- title: "Avionics System Trainer (AST) & Aircraft Propulsion Systems Trainer (APST) Maintenance and Support Contract" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1e6f1d76-71b8-4ef7-ab87-ec61d5b5a7db" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1e6f1d76-71b8-4ef7-ab87-ec61d5b5a7db" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e6f1d76-71b8-4ef7-ab87-ec61d5b5a7db.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e6f1d76-71b8-4ef7-ab87-ec61d5b5a7db.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, AIR SUPPORT, FLIGHT SIMULATION AND SYNTHETIC TRAINERS PROJECT TEAM (FSAST PT)" published: "2018-08-13" --- # Avionics System Trainer (AST) & Aircraft Propulsion Systems Trainer (APST) Maintenance and Support Contract Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, AIR SUPPORT, FLIGHT SIMULATION AND SYNTHETIC TRAINERS PROJECT TEAM (FSAST PT) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e6f1d76-71b8-4ef7-ab87-ec61d5b5a7db [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1e6f1d76-71b8-4ef7-ab87-ec61d5b5a7db) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e6f1d76-71b8-4ef7-ab87-ec61d5b5a7db.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence, Air Support, Flight Simulation and Synthetic Trainers Project Team (FSAST PT) is seeking tenders for a five-year maintenance and support contract for the Avionics System Trainer (AST) and Aircraft Propulsion Systems Trainer (APST). This opportunity, titled "Avionics System Trainer (AST) & Aircraft Propulsion Systems Trainer (APST) Maintenance and Support Contract", is classified under the CPV category of aviation ground support software packages. The procurement method is a selective restricted procedure, with the tender period concluding on 7th September 2018. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2019 and will be based in the West Midlands region of the UK, with a budget ranging from £1,000,000 to £1,500,000. This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specializing in technical computer support services and maintenance for aviation training systems. Companies that have experience in delivering maintenance contracts for complex training systems or those with expertise in software support for aviation technologies will be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, making this a viable prospect for agile and innovative service providers in the aviation sector. ## Notice The requirement is for a 5 year maintenance and support Contract and is expected to commence on 01 April 2019, which will provide support to both systems at RAF Sultan and RAF Cosford. The support element is to apply to all hardware and software. Details of the requirements can be found below. The Avionic System Trainer (AST) is a computer based training (CBT) system which is used by DSAE to provide Ph 3 avionics training to Trade Gp (TG) 1 Aircrew. In addition, the system is used to enable Petty Officer Air Engineer Technician (POAET) training on behalf of Fleet and International Defence Training (IDT). The AST is used to deliver some 42% of Avionics Technician training through an aircraft diagnostic simulation which allows instructors to compartmentalise avionics components for phased learning and simulate multiple aircraft avionics faults and enables students to fault diagnose with progressive complexity and autonomy. Physically, the system is hosted on desktop User Access Devices (UADs) linked to a master terminal which controls the software. The Aircraft Propulsion Systems Trainer (APST) consists of a Generic Aircraft Model (GAM) and a CBT suite and is used to deliver procedural training on aircraft engine systems to Ph3 Aircraft Mechanical Technicians and their IDT counterparts. The APST CBT system comprises 4 gps of student UADs, each controlled by an instructor UAD, which together simulates an engine ground running team. Here the students learn basic aircraft propulsion techniques in a closely controlled environment and are exposed to role interaction and dependencies with simulated consequences. Following the initial CBT package students move onto the GAM, a Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft mock-up containing the operating system of a Rolls-Royce RB199 engine and functioning switches and gauges that simulate aircraft start-up, running and shut-down. The exact specifications of the computer system will be confirmed at ITT stage, the Authority is currently exploring upgrades for the systems under the current Contractual arrangements. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Bristol: Aviation ground support software package.'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30448da1-3adf-4cb1-9e3a-893bcd59284f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Aug 2018 | | Submission deadline | 7 Sep 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, AIR SUPPORT, FLIGHT SIMULATION AND SYNTHETIC TRAINERS PROJECT TEAM (FSAST PT) | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS34 6JY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Stoke Gifford | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 48131000 - Aviation ground support software package - 72610000 - Computer support services - 72611000 - Technical computer support services ## Release History - 13 Aug 2018 at 09:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30448da1-3adf-4cb1-9e3a-893bcd59284f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30448da1-3adf-4cb1-9e3a-893bcd59284f 13th August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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