--- title: "Surface Finishing Delivery" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068843" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068843" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068843.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068843.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2026-04-22" --- # Surface Finishing Delivery Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068843 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068843) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068843.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is seeking to procure a Surface Finishing Delivery capability under a competitive flexible procedure, with the process managed in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. This tender pertains to the maintenance and corrosion control required for fixed and rotary wing aircraft and Airfield Support Equipment, suitable for RAF stations across the UK and certain overseas bases. The procurement stage is currently active with the Expression of Interest deadline set for 15th May 2026. Interested parties have until 30th April 2026 for pre-submission enquiries. The total value of the contract is estimated at £95,000,000 GBP, including VAT, and encompasses a contract period expected to run from April 2027 through April 2037, with an extension option based on performance and strategic needs. This procurement presents extensive opportunities for growth for businesses skilled in aircraft and military support services. The contract is well-suited for firms experienced in corrosion control, aircraft repair, and maintenance. The selective procurement method invites competent businesses to complete a Pre-Selection Questionnaire (PSQ), after which successful candidates will proceed to the tender stage for further negotiation and evaluation. The process prioritises quality, technical merit, and social value to ensure Defence-specific requirements are robustly met, making it ideal for enterprises with strong technical capabilities and innovative approaches within the defence sector. This tender can significantly bolster a business's portfolio by affiliating with central government bodies, potentially leading to long-term strategic partnerships. ## Notice "The User requires a Surface Finishing capability for fixed and rotary wing aircraft, in order to support the maintenance of the airworthiness of the platforms in question as mandated by the respective Platform Engineering Authorities. The user also requires a Surface Finishing capability for Airfield Support Equipment (ASE) which includes MT (Mechanical Transport) and GSE (Ground Support Equipment), in order to assist in corrosion control and visual signature control in accordance with current policies. Finally, the capability will also be required to undertake miscellaneous station support tasks (e.g., production of signage). These requirements are to be readily accessible when required by all RAF stations in the UK and by UK Strategic Command (UKStratCom) Permanent Joint Operating bases (PJOBs) overseas". ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The option to extend the contract for up to two years may be exercised where this represents value for money, maintains continuity of critical Defence capability, and mitigates operational and transition risk. The decision will be informed by performance against contractual KPIs, market conditions, and the Authority's future procurement strategy. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036483-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 30 Apr 2037 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £95,000,000 | | Lots value | £95,000,000 | | 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 | | Locality | NAPHILL | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 34700000 - Aircraft and spacecraft - 35610000 - Military aircrafts - 50210000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft and other equipment - 50211200 - Aircraft repair services ## Release History - 22 Apr 2026 at 10:08 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036483-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036483-2026 22nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://contracts.mod.uk/esop/ogc-host/public/mod/web/login.html - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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