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title: "Support of Gas Cylinder Charging Trolleys and Associated Equipment"
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# Support of Gas Cylinder Charging Trolleys and Associated Equipment

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b73aa966-167b-416f-b169-8ae66f2f6629

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed an award in the public procurement process for the support and maintenance of Gas Cylinder Charging Trolleys and associated equipment. The contract has been awarded to MEL Aviation Ltd for a period of three years, spanning from 17th April 2025 to 16th April 2028. This award falls under the services category, specifically focusing on repair and maintenance services, with a contract value initially set at £2,496,690.14 excluding VAT, potentially reaching up to £3,200,000.00. This negotiated procedure without prior publication was utilised, which is generally categorised as a limited procurement method. The services are intended to cover various regions including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, amongst others.

This contract presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) adept in providing technical support, repairs, and maintenance services within the defence sector. The project's expansive geographic coverage implies potential for increased demand in logistics and supply chain management, creating opportunities for businesses in these domains. Companies with expertise in post-design services, calibration tests, or with a track record of working in the aerospace or military equipment sectors will find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities, positioning them well to engage with future Ministry of Defence opportunities. Additionally, the structured long-term contract allows businesses to plan strategic investments and operational improvements to meet the demands of this commitment.

## Notice

A Contract has been awarded to MEL Aviation Ltd for the support of Gas Cylinder Charging Trolleys for a period of 3 years from 17/04/2025 - 16/04/2028. MEL Aviation Ltd are responsible for providing technical support to complete scheduled/ad-hoc repairs, maintenance and calibration tests as well as Post Design Services and Modification support to ensure the safe working and continued efficiency of the Gas Cylinder Equipment. The award value of this contract is PS2,496,690.14 ex VAT and may increase up to a maximum of PS3,200,000.00 ex VAT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39ff5251-4efb-4a76-a02b-d466296b153a |
| 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 | 19 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Apr 2025 - 16 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,496,690 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,496,690 |
| 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 | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MEL AVIATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 19 May 2025 at 16:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39ff5251-4efb-4a76-a02b-d466296b153a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39ff5251-4efb-4a76-a02b-d466296b153a
  19th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/89a9cf5b-0a7d-4a1a-b9b2-b716ff19cd89
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