---
title: "Bell 429 Component Support and Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d78a"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NATIONAL GRID ELECTRICITY TRANSMISSION PLC"
published: "2026-07-31"
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# Bell 429 Component Support and Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) Programme

Buyer: NATIONAL GRID ELECTRICITY TRANSMISSION PLC  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d78a

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## Summary

National Grid Electricity Transmission PLC, based in London, is planning a procurement process titled "Bell 429 Component Support and Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) Programme" under the category of services related to helicopter repair and maintenance. The procurement stage is in the planning update phase, with the initiative classified as a selective approach using a competitive flexible procedure, accelerated by a qualifying planned procurement notice. Interested suppliers should note key dates, including an expression of interest deadline on 18th September 2026, and an award period ending on 1st November 2026. The planned contract period will start on 1st December 2026 and potentially extend to 30th November 2034, signifying a long-term engagement opportunity.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or authorised support providers specialising in aviation maintenance and support services to collaborate with a major utility company. Companies with capabilities in providing flight-hour-based support solutions to enhance aircraft availability and manage lifecycle costs efficiently would find this tender particularly aligned with their expertise and growth ambitions. Participating businesses can leverage this opportunity to establish a steadfast relationship with National Grid, secure predictable maintenance contracts, and utilise the fixed hourly charging mechanism to ensure financial sustainability and operational predictability.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking a suitably qualified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or authorised support provider to deliver a comprehensive helicopter component support and lifecycle management programme for its Bell 429 aircraft fleet. The service shall provide a flight-hour-based support solution designed to maximise aircraft availability, maintain airworthiness, reduce component ownership risk, and provide predictable maintenance expenditure through a fixed hourly charging mechanism.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072626-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement 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 | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | NATIONAL GRID ELECTRICITY TRANSMISSION PLC |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC2N 5EH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50212000 - Repair and maintenance services of helicopters

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2026 at 10:27 - PlanningUpdate - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072626-2026
- 30 Jul 2026 at 11:46 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072155-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072626-2026
  31st July 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072155-2026
  30th July 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19852
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19957

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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