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title: "Check-in Desks for RAF Brize Norton Terminal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d97b"
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# Check-in Desks for RAF Brize Norton Terminal

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d97b

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is overseeing a procurement process titled "Check-in Desks for RAF Brize Norton Terminal" under the industry category of airport equipment and installation works. The project is located in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. This procurement is in the award stage, with the contract awarded to Robson Handling Technology Ltd. The contract involves the installation of four new ergonomic check-in desks, which are compatible with existing equipment, to ensure seamless operations at the RAF Brize Norton Terminal. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 16th September 2026 and conclude on 17th September 2027, with the formal contract signing scheduled for 14th September 2026. The procurement method employed is a direct award, a decision made to mitigate programme, operational, and safety risks associated with sourcing from alternative contractors.

This procurement initiative provides significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in airport equipment and infrastructure, particularly those with expertise in the seamless integration of new installations with existing systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Robson Handling Technology Ltd, which possess the necessary skills and technological capabilities, are well-positioned to undertake such projects, offering comprehensive solutions that meet the stringent requirements set by central government authorities such as the Ministry of Defence. The contract’s value is significant, with a gross amount of £315,996, highlighting a substantial financial opportunity for businesses equipped to deliver goods and services related to airport operations and infrastructure development.

## Notice

Four new ergonomic check-in desks will be installed to replace existing equipment in the terminal at RAF Brize Norton. The replacement desks must be interoperable with the existing equipment, including the passenger baggage handling (PBH) roller track, to ensure continuity of operations.

### Procurement Information

The Authority proposes to enter into a contract with Robson Handling Technology Limited on a single source basis in accordance with Schedule 5, paragraph 7 of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) (additional or repeat goods, services, or works). The Authority has a requirement to procure four additional check-in desks for the terminal at RAF Brize Norton. The equipment must be compatible with the conveyor system, and must integrate with the same electrical control panel as the existing passenger & baggage handling (PBH) equipment. Procuring equipment from an alternative contractor would introduce significant programme, operational, and safety risk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072971-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £263,330 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROBSON HANDLING TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 34960000 - Airport equipment
- 45213333 - Installation works of airport check-in counters

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2026 at 07:08 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072971-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072971-2026
  3rd August 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.robson.co.uk/

## Provenance

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