---
title: "UKRI-6079 NERC - Storage and maintenance of FAAM Aircraft"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ab1c"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-06-19"
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# UKRI-6079 NERC - Storage and maintenance of FAAM Aircraft

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ab1c

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has awarded a contract titled "UKRI-6079 NERC - Storage, maintenance and decommissioning services of Aircraft" to Avalon Aero Ltd. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on repair and maintenance services related to aircraft. The procurement method used was a direct award due to the absence of competition for technical reasons. This contract began on 1st July 2026 and will run until 31st March 2027, with the potential for a six-month extension, concluding on 30th September 2027. The strategic administration of this contract, based at the Aerospace sector within Bedfordshire, signifies its completion stage in the procurement lifecycle.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating within the aviation industry. Companies specialising in aircraft maintenance and storage services are well-suited for such contracts. The direct award process indicates a niche service requirement, potentially providing a stable revenue stream over the contract period and supporting businesses in developing long-term partnerships with public sector bodies like UKRI. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a company's reputation and its portfolio within the aerotechnical sector in the UK.

## Notice

UKRI has appointed a supplier for the provision of Storage and maintenance of FAAM Aircraft to NERC.

### Procurement Information

Competition is absent for technical reasons.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058070-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £185,000 |
| Contracts value | £185,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| Locality | SWINDON, WILTSHIRE |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AVALON AERO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 12:23 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058070-2026
- 2 Jun 2026 at 09:21 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051736-2026
- 2 Jun 2026 at 09:14 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051729-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058070-2026
  19th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051736-2026
  2nd June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051729-2026
  2nd June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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