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title: "Provision of Mission Aircrew ISR operator Training"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b0d8"
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# Provision of Mission Aircrew ISR operator Training

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b0d8

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is conducting a tender for the "Provision of Mission Aircrew ISR Operator Training," focused on training services within the defence industry. This tender has a total contract value of approximately £2,818,940 and is scheduled to deliver training for up to 24 Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) students per financial year over a potential period of three years, with an optional extension for an additional year. The requirement is set to begin on 4th January 2022, following a recent award status transition to active. The procurement method employed is a selective procedure, which is part of the broader framework for such defence training services in the UK.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those classified as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in aviation training services. Companies capable of delivering quality training and simulation services, as well as those experienced in compliance with Civil Aviation Authority standards, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Participation may also benefit from the procurement's focus on quality and cost criteria, making it essential for suppliers to demonstrate excellence in service delivery while maintaining competitive pricing throughout the tender process.

## Notice

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) requires a Civilian Aviation Authority Approved Training Organisation to deliver a live flying training module for up to 24 Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) students per Financial Year (FY) for three years with an optional fourth year.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) requires a Civilian Aviation Authority Approved Training Organisation to deliver a live flying training module for up to 24 Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) students per Financial Year (FY) for three years with an optional fourth year. The requirement has an estimated start date of 04 Jan 22. To meet operational requirements, the Contractor will train students to use an Electro Optical/Infra-Red sensor in the airborne environment to achieve the training standard set by the MOD. The students should receive training in the use of the sensor, a modern mission system and perform the duties of a pilot's assistant in the cockpit environment. Students will have completed the following military training courses before arrival with the Contractor: Military Aviation Ground School and Mission Aircrew (MA) ISR Foundation Phase. Details of these courses will be provided.

Options: 1 x 12 month option period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023998-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,818,940 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | HIGH WYCOMBE |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 2 EXCEL AVIATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80650000 - Training and simulation in aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

## Release History

- 27 Sep 2021 at 21:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023998-2021
- 13 May 2021 at 21:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010599-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/modcontracting-purchasing-and-finance-e-procurement-system

## Provenance

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