---
title: "Provision of Air Traffic Control Visual Simulators at Royal Air Force Locations"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bf73"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2026-06-29"
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# Provision of Air Traffic Control Visual Simulators at Royal Air Force Locations

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bf73

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking proposals for the provision of Air Traffic Control Visual Simulators to be installed at Royal Air Force locations across the United Kingdom. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a focus on the air-traffic control simulation industry. Interested parties must submit their proposals before the tender period closes on 24 July 2026. The contract is valued at GBP 2,600,000, with a net amount of GBP 2,000,000, and will involve the installation and ongoing maintenance of 16 Visual Control Simulators (VISSIM). The procurement process follows an open procedure method, offering an accessible opportunity for suitable suppliers.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in air traffic control simulation and training environments. Companies that specialise in developing and maintaining synthetic training tools for air traffic control will find this tender particularly suited to their expertise. SMEs are encouraged to participate and demonstrate how their solutions can support training, currency, and assurance for Air Traffic Control Officers and Air & Space Operations Specialists in the RAF. The successful bidder will be expected to deliver high-quality simulations, manage software updates, and provide comprehensive training support, which can significantly enhance the business's reputation and visibility in the defence sector.

## Notice

The requirement is for the provision of 16 x Visual Control Simulators (VISSIM) for training, currency, and assurance for Air Traffic Control Officers (ATCOs) and Air & Space Operations Specialists (ASOS) in the RAF. The requirement is for an Air Traffic Control (ATC) synthetic training environment tool, with ongoing maintenance and software update assistance throughout Contract lifetime. The equipment is to be installed on-site by the Contractor into an office-like environment at all 16 locations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060915-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | £2,000,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34962210 - Air-traffic control simulation

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2026 at 15:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060915-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060915-2026
  29th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://contracts.mod.uk/go/50607078019F1403DD06
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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