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title: "202526 5916 - research flight services in the Democratic Republic of Congo"
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# 202526 5916 - research flight services in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-22bb7279-f829-460a-b706-c2f02b0e8406

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## Summary

The University of Leeds has completed the procurement process for research flight services in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the contract awarded on 18th June 2026. The procurement, valued at £150,000, falls under the industry category of research and development services. This contract involves collaboration with Enabel, a Belgian government agency, and aims to facilitate the measurement of greenhouse gases in the Congo peat area. The contract begins on 3rd August 2026 and concludes on 2nd August 2027. Delivery locations are extensive, covering British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and beyond, including the UK. The procurement stage is in the award phase, following the completion of the tender period on 18th June 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in airline services, particularly those with capabilities in supporting international research efforts. It is well-suited to large-scale or specialised airline operators interested in contributing to environmental research and consultancy services. Although the procurement process has utilised a tailored approach, businesses aligned with research initiatives on a global scale, particularly those interested in climate observation, would find this contract aligns well with their growth objectives. The collaboration with the University of Leeds and Enabel presents a platform for growth and networking within international research and environmental sectors.

## Notice

NOTICE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS'S INTENTION TO PROCURE AIRLINE SERVICES FROM ENABEL - THE BELGIAN GOVERNMENT OWNED AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION. Procurement of airline services to enable the measurement of greenhouse gases in the Congo peat area of the Democratic Republic of Congo

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3937dd54-8db5-4581-8229-e41eebc892e5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 15:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3937dd54-8db5-4581-8229-e41eebc892e5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3937dd54-8db5-4581-8229-e41eebc892e5
  19th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=1044925620
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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