--- title: "Viking Gliders Support Contract" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-045305" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-045305" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-045305.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-045305.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, COMBAT AIR, UK MILITARY FLYING TRAINING SYSTEM (UKMFTS)" published: "2024-04-17" --- # Viking Gliders Support Contract Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, COMBAT AIR, UK MILITARY FLYING TRAINING SYSTEM (UKMFTS) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-045305 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-045305) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-045305.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence, Combat Air, UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) is inviting suppliers to participate in the selective procurement process for the Viking Gliders Support Contract. This procurement falls under the goods category and involves the provision of post design services, supply of aircraft modification sets, and spares for the Grob Viking TMk1 glider aircraft. The contract value is £7,700,000 GBP, with two lots available, each specifying their own services and contract periods. The deadline for submission of tenders is 20th May 2024, with the tender period ending on that date. This tender presents an opportunity for organisations in the aerospace industry to provide specialized services and aircraft parts for the UK Military Flying Training System. Businesses with experience in aircraft maintenance, parts supply, and technical publications would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement method for this opportunity is a competitive procedure with negotiation, allowing for engagement with suppliers to refine proposals before final selection. Suppliers are advised to review the detailed requirements outlined in the tender documents and consider the potential for contract extensions to maximise long-term business growth prospects. ## Notice United Kingdom Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) has a requirement to contract with a competent organisation(s) to cover the provision of - Lot 1 - post design services, supply of aircraft modification sets, the preparation and supply of amendments to technical publications and other documents relating to the Viking TMk1 (Grob G103A Twin II Acro) Glider Aircraft. Lot 2 - Provision of spares including, type specific aircraft parts, general aircraft spares, launch consumables, and other consumables for use on and associated with the Grob Viking TMk1 glider aircraft. Expressions of interest ate via DPQQ https://www.contracts.mod.uk/go/37051265018EEC2E176B ### Lot Information Viking PDS Support United Kingdom Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) has a requirement to contract with an organisation(s) to cover the provision of post design services, supply of aircraft modification sets, the preparation and supply of amendments to technical publications and other documents relating to the Viking TMk1 (Grob G103A Twin II Acro) Glider Aircraft. Options: There will be 2 options in total in addition to the 3-year firm priced contract. Option 1: 1 year firm price extension Option 2: 1 year firm price extension These options extend the contract to a possible total length of 5 years. The Provision of spares for the Grob Viking TMk1 Glider Aircraft Provision of spares including, type specific aircraft parts, general aircraft spares, launch consumables, and other consumables for use on and associated with the Grob Viking TMk1 glider aircraft, to be delivered to RAF Syerston. Options: There will be 2 options in total in addition to the 3-year firm priced contract. Option 1: 1 year firm price extension Option 2: 1 year firm price extension These options extend the contract to a possible total length of 5 years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012512-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Apr 2024 | | Submission deadline | 20 May 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £7,700,000 | | Lots value | £6,416,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, COMBAT AIR, UK MILITARY FLYING TRAINING SYSTEM (UKMFTS) | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS34 8JH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 34721000 - Gliders - 34731000 - Parts for aircraft - 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment ## Release History - 17 Apr 2024 at 13:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012512-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk - https://www.contracts.mod.uk/go/37051265018EEC2E176B ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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