--- title: "Aircraft Training Environment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d0afd0a9-34c2-49b2-8774-387cd6e3571e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d0afd0a9-34c2-49b2-8774-387cd6e3571e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d0afd0a9-34c2-49b2-8774-387cd6e3571e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d0afd0a9-34c2-49b2-8774-387cd6e3571e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED" published: "2025-05-06" --- # Aircraft Training Environment Buyer: UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d0afd0a9-34c2-49b2-8774-387cd6e3571e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d0afd0a9-34c2-49b2-8774-387cd6e3571e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d0afd0a9-34c2-49b2-8774-387cd6e3571e.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers through Mercateo UK Limited, part of Unite Holding SE, for the Aircraft Training Environment project, under the category "Aircraft or spacecraft equipment, trainers, simulators and associated parts". The procurement is at the tender stage with a selective method, specifically a catalogue purchase. The tender aims to enhance training simulations for aircrew and ground staff, located within the United Kingdom. Key dates to note include the tender period ending on 31st May 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1st June 2025 and conclude by 1st May 2026. The estimated project value ranges from £200,000 to £500,000, and applications are welcomed throughout the duration of this opportunity. This tender invites SMEs and VCSEs with expertise in scalable and adaptable aircraft training solutions, offering significant growth opportunities in the defence sector. Businesses specialising in mock-up aircraft components, cockpit simulations, and virtual or augmented reality training aids will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. This procurement process not only promises increased market penetration for the successful suppliers but also demands adherence to military, safety, and quality assurance standards. Suppliers who can innovate while maintaining technical accuracy and safety are particularly encouraged to apply, potentially reaping substantial benefits by joining the Mercateo Procurement Platform. ## Notice Mercateo UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Mercateo Procurement Platform to support the provision of Aircraft Training Environment solutions. The Mercateo Procurement Platform (www.mercateo.co.uk) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage their low-value, high-volume procurement activities. This specific opportunity focuses on the supply and ongoing provision of products and services that contribute to a high-fidelity Aircraft Training Environment, enabling simulation, instruction, and operational readiness for aircrew and ground personnel. The selected supplier(s) will be expected to provide equipment, software, and associated materials or support services that enhance the realism, safety, and technical accuracy of aircraft training scenarios. We welcome reliable and experienced suppliers who can deliver scalable and adaptable training solutions, including but not limited to: mock-up aircraft components, cockpit simulations, virtual or augmented reality modules, instructional aids, and maintenance training equipment. All offerings must meet relevant military, safety, and quality assurance standards. Successful applicants will be required to list the agreed products on to the Unite Procurement Portal. Further details can be found on the attached onboarding link. 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Applications are welcomed throughout the duration of this opportunity. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c4b128e-4840-4641-8b72-d9a6b0dfb7d0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Catalogue purchase | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | 30 May 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 1 May 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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 | UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | WC2B 5AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Holborn & Covent Garden | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34740000 - Aircraft or spacecraft equipment, trainers, simulators and associated parts ## Release History - 6 May 2025 at 09:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c4b128e-4840-4641-8b72-d9a6b0dfb7d0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c4b128e-4840-4641-8b72-d9a6b0dfb7d0 6th May 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://unite.eu/en-gb/procure/join-mercateo-as-a-supplier ## Notice URLs - http://www.mercateo.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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