---
title: "Provision of Glider Support Contract (GSC)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b505"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2021-05-25"
---

# Provision of Glider Support Contract (GSC)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b505

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is planning a tender for the Provision of Glider Support Contract (GSC), which falls under the services category, specifically focusing on the repair and maintenance services of military aircraft. This contract will support the maintenance of the Viking T MK 1 gliders at RAF Syerston and is expected to last for three years, from 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £9,300,000. Interested parties should register their interest through the designated e-Tendering system, with the procurement currently in the planning stage.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in aircraft maintenance and repair services, particularly those equipped to handle glider and winch maintenance. Companies that provide related services such as winch manufacturing or aircraft repairs would find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender not only allows businesses to expand their client base within the defence sector but also to establish long-term partnerships with the Ministry of Defence.

## Notice

The Authority has a potential requirement for a proposed Contract that will support Viking T MK 1 in three areas, Glider Maintenance, Winch Maintenance and Aerotow Aircraft services at RAF Syerston. This proposed Contract will allow 2 FTS to deliver glider training to the RAF Air Cadets (RAFAC). The planned contractual duration is three (3) years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011667-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | HIGH WYCOMBE |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP14 4UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway West |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | TLF14 Nottingham |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 42141410 - Winches
- 50211100 - Aircraft maintenance services
- 50211200 - Aircraft repair services
- 50650000 - Repair and maintenance services of military aircrafts, missiles and spacecrafts

## Release History

- 25 May 2021 at 21:45 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011667-2021

## Provenance

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