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title: "SPECIALIST TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR COMPLETION Of ESTABLISHMENT OF MERLIN COMPONENT LIFE HISTORY IN THE UK MERLIN FLEET"
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# SPECIALIST TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR COMPLETION Of ESTABLISHMENT OF MERLIN COMPONENT LIFE HISTORY IN THE UK MERLIN FLEET

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-27ff02bb-9973-4c7f-859f-ea8bf4871362

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## Summary

The procurement process was conducted by the Ministry of Defence for a contract titled "Specialist Technical Support for Completion of Establishment of Merlin Component Life History in the UK Merlin Fleet". This procurement falls under the helicopters industry category and is classified as a service. The tender process, which followed a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure, has been completed, and the contract was awarded to Aviation Requirements Ltd on 20th February 2017. The contract commenced on 2nd March 2017 and will conclude on 2nd June 2018. The financial value of the contract is £848,130.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical support and maintenance services within the aviation sector, particularly those focusing on helicopter technologies. Companies with expertise in aircraft component lifecycle management and related engineering services are encouraged to engage in similar procurement opportunities. Given the nature of the contract, businesses that are well-established and possess the necessary capabilities and certifications would be well-positioned to compete in this space.

## Notice

Contract Award for SPECIALIST TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR COMPLETION Of ESTABLISHMENT OF MERLIN COMPONENT LIFE HISTORY IN THE UK MERLIN FLEET

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dc11220-1824-4f6b-a0e2-ef3aa47c06de |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2017 - 2 Jun 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £848,130 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £848,130 |
| 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 | Bath |
| Postcode | BA20 2YB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Yeovil South |
| Westminster constituency | Yeovil |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AVIATION REQUIREMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2017 at 15:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dc11220-1824-4f6b-a0e2-ef3aa47c06de

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7dc11220-1824-4f6b-a0e2-ef3aa47c06de
  10th March 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cd3b673b-0f75-4bd8-b812-d6a4827450bb
  Redacted Final Contract

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