---
title: "Hire of Aircraft Framework renewal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0524bd"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0524bd.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ORDNANCE SURVEY LIMITED"
published: "2025-05-23"
---

# Hire of Aircraft Framework renewal

Buyer: ORDNANCE SURVEY LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0524bd

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## Summary

The upcoming procurement process involves Ordnance Survey Limited, a public undertaking located in Southampton, United Kingdom. The procurement, titled "Hire of Aircraft Framework renewal," focuses on the goods category, specifically piloted aircraft. This planned purchase, set to commence in the planning stage, aims to establish a framework agreement with a contract period from 1st November 2026 to 31st October 2030. Prospective suppliers should note the future notice date of 1st September 2025, which indicates when further details might be released. The procurement is aligned with the legal framework set by the UKPGA 2023/54 regulation.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the aviation sector, especially those capable of providing piloted aircraft. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, given the suitability criteria that favour their participation. The framework agreement approach allows firms to secure a long-term contract, providing stable demand over the specified period. Companies looking to expand their reach into government contracts and those with expertise in delivering aviation goods can benefit greatly from engaging in this procurement process.

## Notice

Hire of Aircraft Framework renewal post 2026 flying season

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027030-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2030 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORDNANCE SURVEY LIMITED |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO16 0AS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams |
| Westminster constituency | Romsey and Southampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34711300 - Piloted aircraft

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 16:03 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027030-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027030-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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