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title: "Merlin and Apache AH Mk1 Engine Support."
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-98e76329-ee95-4667-86e6-4779d193b256"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, HELICOPTERS, MERLIN PROJECT TEAM"
published: "2018-02-11"
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# Merlin and Apache AH Mk1 Engine Support.

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, HELICOPTERS, MERLIN PROJECT TEAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-98e76329-ee95-4667-86e6-4779d193b256

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, specifically the Helicopters Merlin Project Team, is currently inviting tenders for the project titled "Merlin and Apache AH Mk1 Engine Support." This procurement falls under the services category, focusing on aircraft engine support. The location for this contract is Yeovil, South West, United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, which will close on 14th March 2018. The total contract value is estimated at around £1.4 billion, with the minimum value set at £1.1 billion, and it will commence on 1st April 2019, lasting until 31st March 2040. The procurement method employed is selective, with a negotiated procedure. 

This substantial tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the aviation and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in aircraft maintenance and support services. Companies capable of providing technical support, modification, and engineering services for Merlin and Apache helicopter engines would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. With the considerable budget and long-term contract duration, this tender could greatly enhance the growth potential for successful bidders in the defence industry.

## Notice

Aircraft Engine Support. The Authority has a requirement for the technical support, maintenance, modification and minor additional technical and engineering support of both the UK Ministry of Defence Merlin and Apache AH Mk1 Helicopter engines (including associated Engine Accessory Units). Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-Yeovil: Aircraft engines.'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdf56130-29da-4c83-9778-6128b363a097 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2040 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,400,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, HELICOPTERS, MERLIN PROJECT TEAM |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34731100 - Aircraft engines

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2018 at 12:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdf56130-29da-4c83-9778-6128b363a097

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdf56130-29da-4c83-9778-6128b363a097
  11th February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

## Provenance

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