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title: "Transparency Notice of ITT Issue - Procurement and Support of Low Pressure Air Starter (LPAS) Unit for Apache Mk1"
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# Transparency Notice of ITT Issue - Procurement and Support of Low Pressure Air Starter (LPAS) Unit for Apache Mk1

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fdec31cb-5e52-4243-985b-87032bbb8363

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a public procurement process for the manufacture and supply of Low Pressure Air Starter (LPAS) Units for Apache Mk1 Helicopters, with an associated support package. This tender, identified as HELSS/0060, falls under the goods category and is classified under the CPV code '42123610' for compressed-air packages. The tender period is set to conclude at 23:59 on 7th June 2017, while the contract itself will commence on 29th August 2017 and is expected to run until 31st October 2022. The procurement method being employed is a selective and restricted procedure, and the delivery address for this procurement is located in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents a significant prospect for businesses specialising in manufacturing high-tech equipment, particularly those involved in aerospace components or related fields. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged, as the tender aims to foster competitive engagement. Companies experienced in supplying military or aviation-related goods, such as compressed-air systems, can leverage this contract for business growth, contributing to the supply chain of the Defence sector and enhancing their profile within the industry.

## Notice

The Manufacture and Supply of electronically powered Low Pressure Air Starter (LPAS) Units for Apache Mk1 Helicopters and the Provision of an associated Support Package.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/661a37db-9270-4897-9edf-424acdbb524d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Aug 2017 - 31 Oct 2022 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | YEOVIL |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA20 2YB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Yeovil South |
| Westminster constituency | Yeovil |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42123610 - Compressed-air package

## Release History

- 7 Jun 2017 at 10:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/661a37db-9270-4897-9edf-424acdbb524d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/661a37db-9270-4897-9edf-424acdbb524d
  7th June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d1517ff4-462b-4140-8ecf-503528db0941
  HELSS/0060 ITT Document Part 1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15e818ee-8377-4695-8b70-1b622570a72e
  HELSS/0060 ITT Document Part 2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4941b4b0-a05c-4ed5-ab54-bf96a50b8fdb
  HELSS/0060 ITT Document Part 3

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