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title: "FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - CONTRACT AWARD. It is not an expression of interest for a future opportunity. The requirement is for a Project for the new Wildcat Main Rotor Head Blade Sleeve. This Contract is placed against the overarching Joint Modification Contracting Arrangement (JMCA) Framework Arrangement- Document Number 700630373."
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# FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - CONTRACT AWARD. It is not an expression of interest for a future opportunity. The requirement is for a Project for the new Wildcat Main Rotor Head Blade Sleeve. This Contract is placed against the overarching Joint Modification Contracting Arrangement (JMCA) Framework Arrangement- Document Number 700630373.

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-51921b09-cea5-49c8-946f-439deba7df09

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## Summary

This public procurement process involves the Ministry of Defence as the buying organisation, with a contract titled "FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - CONTRACT AWARD," related to the new Wildcat Main Rotor Head Blade Sleeve. The industry category is helicopters, focusing on services. Located in the South West of the United Kingdom, the procurement method used was a call-off from a framework agreement under the Joint Modification Contracting Arrangement (JMCA). The procurement stage has reached completion with the award date being 24th June 2025. The contract period spans from 24th June 2025 to 31st December 2027, with a total contract value of £542,587.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large businesses, especially those operating in the aerospace and defence sectors, to engage with the Ministry of Defence. While it is not open to SMEs or VCSEs, large-scale companies with competencies in helicopter components and modifications would be excellently positioned to leverage this opportunity. The partnership with an organisation like the Ministry of Defence could pave the way for future collaborative projects and contracts, bolstering business growth and expertise in this high-demand sector.

## Notice

FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY - CONTRACT AWARD. It is not an expression of interest for a future opportunity. The requirement is for a Project for the new Wildcat Main Rotor Head Blade Sleeve. This Contract is placed against the overarching Joint Modification Contracting Arrangement (JMCA) Framework Arrangement- Document Number 700630373.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d83a536f-4358-45d2-969e-24e177d06fa0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £542,587 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £342,587 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34711500 - Helicopters

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2025 at 15:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d83a536f-4358-45d2-969e-24e177d06fa0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d83a536f-4358-45d2-969e-24e177d06fa0
  23rd July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/197cf9af-c3c0-476f-85b3-1955120a7709
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/959bb630-911c-4306-86fa-bf200d36db5a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ab2129d4-b962-46f2-9aef-fa5a239090d8
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/40361b3c-8060-4095-b54d-879750cc0120
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bfee7240-11d3-47df-805a-92ae2dad716b
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/57efd5e6-b939-4b6b-a923-e30cdd31e503
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cefe9bcf-9ea4-4ed8-914a-0853aace8098

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