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title: "Support for Mission Aircrew Numerical Training and Identification System (MANTIS)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05833f"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2025-08-07"
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# Support for Mission Aircrew Numerical Training and Identification System (MANTIS)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05833f

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, based in High Wycombe, has completed a procurement process for "Support for Mission Aircrew Numerical Training and Identification System (MANTIS)" at RAF Cranwell. This process falls under the industry category of defence services and was conducted using a direct procurement method, specifically below the threshold and without competition. The contract, awarded on 6th August 2025, is valued at £33,325 (net), with a gross amount of £39,990. The services have been assigned to JD2E Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) located in Wellingore, Lincoln, beginning on 11th August 2025, with an option for a 12-month extension. The procurement stage is marked as complete, with the contract period running until 10th August 2026.

This procurement of defence services presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in niche technological support and training systems for military applications. JD2E Limited's successful acquisition of this contract showcases the benefit to businesses with expertise in specific service segments, such as mission aircrew training systems or similar defence-related technologies. Companies capable of delivering specialised, high-value technical support and training might find similar tenders advantageous for business growth. The direct procurement approach can often favour those who maintain robust relationships with government entities, highlighting the importance of strategic positioning to secure future contracts.

## Notice

Support for Mission Aircrew Numerical Training and Identification System (MANTIS) at RAF Cranwell.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046851-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Aug 2025 - 10 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £33,325 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JD2E |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75220000 - Defence services

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2025 at 11:01 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046851-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046851-2025
  7th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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