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title: "Modification of the FAAM Atmospheric Research Aircraft (ARA) via Mid Life Upgrade."
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# Modification of the FAAM Atmospheric Research Aircraft (ARA) via Mid Life Upgrade.

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c38aefec-352b-41fc-82fb-63cbe336ad0f

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## Summary

The University of Leeds has successfully completed a tender process for the "Modification of the FAAM Atmospheric Research Aircraft (ARA) via Mid Life Upgrade." This project, classified under the CPV code for repair and maintenance services related to aircraft, has a total contract value of £30,000,000. The procurement process concluded with the award date on 15th March 2022, and the contract period will run from 29th March 2022 to 26th March 2027. The services for this contract will be delivered in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in aviation maintenance and modification services. Companies with expertise in aircraft servicing, particularly those capable of handling large-scale modifications and upgrades, would be well-positioned to compete in this sector. As the awarded supplier, BAE Systems (Operations) Limited, operates on a large scale, there may also be potential for subcontracting opportunities for smaller firms looking to expand their experience and capabilities in public procurement.

## Notice

Services for Atmospheric Research Aircraft. Provision of Mid Life Modification Upgrade services - the BAe 146 301 aircraft, serial number E3001

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44502c76-2dae-47c6-bff2-162faa40ac5d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2022 - 26 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAE SYSTEMS (OPERATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50210000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft and other equipment

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2022 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44502c76-2dae-47c6-bff2-162faa40ac5d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44502c76-2dae-47c6-bff2-162faa40ac5d
  17th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=627716725
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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