--- title: "Technical Assistance to Support the Procurement of an Air Services Provider AIR-00027" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a718c87c-e0bf-490b-9bd3-2b8ec3d981a8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a718c87c-e0bf-490b-9bd3-2b8ec3d981a8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a718c87c-e0bf-490b-9bd3-2b8ec3d981a8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a718c87c-e0bf-490b-9bd3-2b8ec3d981a8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SAINT HELENA GOVERNMENT" published: "2016-12-07" --- # Technical Assistance to Support the Procurement of an Air Services Provider AIR-00027 Buyer: SAINT HELENA GOVERNMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a718c87c-e0bf-490b-9bd3-2b8ec3d981a8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a718c87c-e0bf-490b-9bd3-2b8ec3d981a8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a718c87c-e0bf-490b-9bd3-2b8ec3d981a8.json) ## Summary The Saint Helena Government is initiating a public procurement process for technical assistance to support the procurement of an air services provider for St Helena, an island located in the South Atlantic Ocean. This tender, titled "Technical Assistance to Support the Procurement of an Air Services Provider," falls under the air transport services industry category. The open procurement method allows any interested party to participate, with the tender period concluding on 9 January 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 23 January 2017 and run until 30 June 2017. This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses engaged in aviation consultancy and technical support services. Companies with expertise in air route planning, airline procurement, and aviation regulations would be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. The collaborative nature of the working group, established by the Saint Helena Government, requires partnerships with organisations that can demonstrate relevant experience and provide comprehensive support throughout the procurement process. ## Notice St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce the commencement of the process to procure an air service provider or providers to the Island of St Helena in the South Atlantic Ocean. This request for proposal looks for an aviation technical specialist to support SHG in the procurement process for an air service provider. The Supplier will form part of a Working Group established to carry out the procurement of an air service provider and will, through a collaborative approach, assist the Working Group in managing the day-to-day aspects of the procurement. Review and have a thorough understanding of the Information Memorandum and Request for Proposal for the Procurement of an Air Service Provider to St Helena Serve as a member of the Working Group established to carry out the procurement of an air service provider. This will involve: * Close liaison with SHG and members of the Working Group. * Regular attendance at Working Group meetings (whether face-to-face, via teleconference or videoconference) * Provision of advice and assistance as required by the Working Group. Provide advice and assistance in answering queries raised during the tender process as required Support the Working Group in evaluating tenders received, including preparing a tender evaluation report and presentations recommending next steps. Support SHG and support the Working Group in dialogue with tenderers as part of the competitive dialogue process with tenderers. Undertake due diligence as required. Assist in the formation of contract with SHG Aviation Legal Advisors. Experience Sought The supplier will need to demonstrate current knowledge and experience relevant to the procurement, including: * Air route planning and development * Trends in long haul aviation and tourism * Technical evaluation and matching of airport and aircraft types * Aircraft and air crew operating regulations * Air service delivery to new destinations, especially remote destinations * Airline or air services procurement * Aviation Financial Expertise * Contract negotiation with airlines or air service operators * Aviation legislation Additional information: Annex 2: St Helena Airport Information Memorandum & Request for Proposal Air Services to St Helena documentation can be found on the St Helena Government Website Publications page, at: http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/publications/ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/990e2c8e-9788-4ef8-bcc7-2342b95b4712 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Dec 2016 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Jan 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SAINT HELENA GOVERNMENT | | Locality | JAMESTOWN | | Post town | Not specified | | Postcode | STHL 1ZZ | | Country | Not specified | | ITL 1 | Not specified | | ITL 2 | Not specified | | ITL 3 | Not specified | | Local authority | Not specified | | Electoral ward | Not specified | | Westminster constituency | Not specified | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60400000 - Air transport services ## Release History - 7 Dec 2016 at 16:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/990e2c8e-9788-4ef8-bcc7-2342b95b4712 - 7 Dec 2016 at 16:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/990e2c8e-9788-4ef8-bcc7-2342b95b4712 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/990e2c8e-9788-4ef8-bcc7-2342b95b4712 7th December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ba05558d-8514-4831-a9d6-28eac14e501f Request for Proposal Technical Assistance to Support the Procurement of an Air Services Provider ## Notice URLs - http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh - http://www.sainthelena.gov.sh/publications/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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