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title: "Provision of EPA for RN Aircraft Handlers"
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# Provision of EPA for RN Aircraft Handlers

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c129263a-1219-40ca-9bc1-6c3d320518ad

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence in Portsmouth has completed the tender process for the "Provision of EPA for RN Aircraft Handlers", categorised under special education services. The procurement was initiated on 6th May 2021, with a tender period that ended on 7th June 2021. The awarded contract, valued at £140,000, commenced on 26th June 2021 and will run until 25th June 2025. This procurement process was conducted using an open procedure, allowing all interested parties to participate.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant experience in providing specialised education services, particularly those focused on training for defence personnel. Competitors may include educational institutions, vocational training providers, and companies that offer tailored training solutions for armed forces personnel. Engaging with this contract not only enables businesses to contribute to national defence training but also allows them to establish long-term partnerships with a prominent governmental authority.

## Notice

Provision of EPA for RN Aircraft Handlers-CFA

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bec130e-44ba-424b-bf97-99656f96b9f7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 25 Jun 2021 - 25 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £140,000 |
| 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 | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HIGHFIELD AWARDING BODY FOR COMPLIANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80340000 - Special education services

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2021 at 12:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bec130e-44ba-424b-bf97-99656f96b9f7
- 25 May 2021 at 09:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b00f25fb-8fa1-458a-acc0-8bb52b2bbab9
- 6 May 2021 at 16:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b00f25fb-8fa1-458a-acc0-8bb52b2bbab9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5bec130e-44ba-424b-bf97-99656f96b9f7
  29th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b00f25fb-8fa1-458a-acc0-8bb52b2bbab9
  25th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4e2e9569-21ca-47dd-a1cf-6c08fc560977
  n/a
- https://contracts.mod.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9a4c6cea-26aa-4c5d-837b-eab2b4575687
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fab7c69b-796e-42cb-a987-cf1d1b84019d
  n/a

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