---
title: "PDS, Ad Hoc Repairs & Support for Collins Comms Eqpt Across Multiple Platforms"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0662cb"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DE&S DECA"
published: "2026-03-05"
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# PDS, Ad Hoc Repairs & Support for Collins Comms Eqpt Across Multiple Platforms

Buyer: DE&S DECA  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0662cb

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by DE&S Deca, a public authority under the central government located in Deeside, UK, involves post-design services and ad-hoc repairs for Collins Aerospace Communications Equipment across multiple military platforms. This planned procurement notice, published on 5th March 2026, sets the groundwork for a direct awarding method to commence service provision from 1st March 2027, with contracts potentially extending until February 2035. The procurement falls within the services category, primarily involving radio and communication equipment, and repair and maintenance services of military electronic systems, valued at approximately £9.22 million. Interested parties should mark their calendars for a future notice slated for release by 30th October 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in military electronic systems, radio equipment, and command, control, and communication services, particularly those with expertise in maintenance and repair services. SMEs with a background in aerospace and telecom hardware servicing could find this contract beneficial, given the direct award procurement method, which simplifies the competitive process. Additionally, the extended contract period suggests ongoing support and collaboration, fostering long-term business growth and governmental relationships.

## Notice

Post-Design Services, Ad-Hoc Repairs and support for Collins Aerospace Communications Equipment Across Multiple Platforms

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019806-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2027 - 29 Feb 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,886,176 |
| 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 | DE&S DECA |
| Locality | DEESIDE |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH5 3RJ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL3 North Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham |
| Local authority | Flintshire |
| Electoral ward | Hawarden: Aston |
| Westminster constituency | Alyn and Deeside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 32344210 - Radio equipment
- 35711000 - Command, control, communication systems
- 50660000 - Repair and maintenance services of military electronic systems

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 11:03 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019806-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019806-2026
  5th March 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/des-deca
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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