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title: "PROVISION OF UK BASED LIGHT AIRCRAFT FOR THE DELIVERY OF RAF FALCONS PARACHUTING"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04be7a"
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published: "2024-11-25"
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# PROVISION OF UK BASED LIGHT AIRCRAFT FOR THE DELIVERY OF RAF FALCONS PARACHUTING

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04be7a

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking tenders for the provision of UK-based light aircraft for the RAF Falcons' parachuting, including pilot and fire & crash cover services. This contract falls under the services category, specifically the hire of aircraft with crew (CPV code 60424100), and is intended from 1 March 2025 to 28 February 2027. The procurement is at the tender stage, using an open procedure method, and the deadline for submissions is 7 January 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract's estimated value is £1,005,000. The services will be delivered in the region of UKJ1, with electronic and written submissions accepted.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in aviation services, particularly those experienced in aircraft hire and support services for military operations. Companies capable of providing comprehensive fire & crash cover, as well as skilled pilots, are well-suited to compete. With a substantial contract value, this procurement offers a robust opportunity for business growth in the aerospace and defence sectors. The Ministry of Defence's established procurement process ensures a transparent and open competition for qualified suppliers.

## Notice

The Provision of UK based Light Aircraft, Pilot and Fire & Crash Cover Services for a 2year Contract from 1 March 25 to 28 February 27.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Provision of UK based Light Aircraft, Pilot and Fire & Crash Cover Services for the RAF Falcons for a 2 year Contract from 1 March 25 to 28 February 27.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038028-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,005,000 |
| Lots value | £100,500 |
| 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 |
| 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 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60424100 - Hire of aircraft with crew

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2024 at 14:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038028-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk

## Provenance

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