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title: "Provision of UK Based Light Aircraft for the Delivery of Military Parachute Training"
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# Provision of UK Based Light Aircraft for the Delivery of Military Parachute Training

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-34b79382-c60f-4711-b555-22ebeaf016e9

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence seeking to contract for the provision of UK based light aircraft to deliver military parachute training. The contract, valued at approximately £3,713,150, is classified under the services category, with a specific focus on piloted aircraft. The contract was awarded on 31 July 2020, following a limited procurement method through a negotiated procedure. The contract period commenced on 1 August 2020 and runs until 31 July 2022. The delivery location is within England, UK, and the tender had a submission deadline of 30 June 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in the aviation and defence sectors, particularly those with experience in providing services related to piloted aircraft. Businesses specialising in aviation logistics, aircraft maintenance, and training services could be especially well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. With the Ministry of Defence as a reputable contracting authority, successful participation can enhance a firm's portfolio and establish long-term relationships in the public procurement space.

## Notice

Provision of UK based Light Aircraft for the Delivery of Military Parachute Training (MPT) . The contract duration will be 2 core years. Contract start date is 1 August 2020.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1cb094d-a69f-44b1-88b5-6bcaf901ab15 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,713,150 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,713,150 |
| 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 | BUCKS |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP14 4UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway West |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SUMMIT AIR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34711300 - Piloted aircraft

## Release History

- 25 Aug 2020 at 08:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1cb094d-a69f-44b1-88b5-6bcaf901ab15

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1cb094d-a69f-44b1-88b5-6bcaf901ab15
  25th August 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6fb8a685-be59-4d1e-a8c1-68c8847d432d
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c1719567-dc32-4ccd-87ff-878bcaad2abc
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/baf40764-cc8e-4024-924d-eb1ba61da110

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