--- title: "Boeing Defence UK Cluster Training Programme 2026" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-334a7f60-3131-4df1-a230-8d4832561a01" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-334a7f60-3131-4df1-a230-8d4832561a01" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-334a7f60-3131-4df1-a230-8d4832561a01.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-334a7f60-3131-4df1-a230-8d4832561a01.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2026-03-16" --- # Boeing Defence UK Cluster Training Programme 2026 Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-334a7f60-3131-4df1-a230-8d4832561a01 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-334a7f60-3131-4df1-a230-8d4832561a01) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-334a7f60-3131-4df1-a230-8d4832561a01.json) ## Summary Boeing Defence UK, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, is initiating the Boeing Defence UK Cluster Training Programme 2026. This programme aims to foster collaboration between UK SMEs and the defence industry by offering a series of training events held in Bristol and potentially other Boeing UK and industry sites. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage with essential dates for expressions of interest and applications, ending on 27th March 2026 and 3rd April 2026, respectively. The industry category is primarily parts for helicopters under CPV classification 34731700, and the programme is tailored to UK-based SMEs, particularly those specialising in Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) and other areas related to aerospace components. This tender provides significant growth opportunities for SMEs with capabilities in specific aerospace domains, offering them a free training platform to enhance their skills and engage directly with prominent industry players. Businesses specialising in composite fabrication, wiring bundles, ground support equipment, and related special processes will find this programme particularly beneficial. The selection process will consider expressions of interest and subsequent applications, culminating in a formal invitation to participate in further training events. SMEs looking to strengthen their supply chain connections and showcase their competencies to Boeing will benefit from the networking opportunities and continued support through engagements with Boeing's Supply Chain Social Governance team. ## Notice Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is inviting UK-based Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to express their interest in participating in a free training programme that connects UK SMEs with the UK defence industry. The programme consists of a series of training events and will be conducted in person. Both existing and potential new suppliers to BDUK are welcome to apply. The Cluster Training events will take place at Boeing's Bristol site with opportunity to meet at other Boeing UK or industry sites and will cover a variety of topics delivered by a specialist 3rd Party and Boeing guest speakers. The selected suppliers will complete the ADS Supply Chain Solution (SCS) Baseline Maturity Assessment (BMA), which helps identify the specific development needs of each supplier, curating the training programme according to participant needs. Attendance to the training events will be free of charge, but any travel costs are to be borne by the participant. The Cluster Training also provides the opportunity for support including a follow-up 1-1 session with the BDUK Supply Chain Social Governance team. The exact dates, topics and address will be provided in the formal invitation sent to the attendees. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about doing business with Boeing and will be provided with a point of contact to support introductions to Boeing. Attendees can learn more about the benefits of ADS Supply Chain Solutions SC21 and how they can get involved. Attendees will have the opportunity to arrange follow up sessions with Boeing procurement teams to discuss and showcase their business capabilities. Attendees will be invited to join the Boeing Capability Assessment Database and be supported with advice on next steps. BDUK is particularly interested in hearing from tier 1 and tier 2 UK-based SMEs with capabilities in Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO), Composite Fabrication/Repair, Wiring Bundles, Special processes/treatments, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Paints, Oils, Lubricants and Sealants (POLS) suppliers. To be considered for the 2026 Cluster Training Program, interested parties must provide an Expression of Interest to BDUKSupplyChain@boeing.com by 17:00 (BST) on 27th March 2026, for the attention of 'Cluster Training Programme 2026'. Application forms will be issued by 30th March 2026. Applications should be sent to BDUKsupplychain@boeing.com by 17:00 (BST) on 3rd April 2026. All applications will aim to be responded to by 13th April 2026. If you are a member of JOSCAR, please include your membership number in your response. A review of all submissions will take place, and selected applicants will receive an invitation to complete an online ADS SCS SC21 Basic Assessment. Successful applicants will then receive a formal invitation to join the programme including further training details and planned dates. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/485e10fe-928f-41f6-98cf-2f251428db48 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 27 Mar 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS16 1EJ | | 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 Park & Cheswick | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34731700 - Parts for helicopters ## Release History - 16 Mar 2026 at 15:23 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/485e10fe-928f-41f6-98cf-2f251428db48 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/485e10fe-928f-41f6-98cf-2f251428db48 16th March 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.boeingsuppliers.com/become/terms#international ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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