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title: "PST/05904 - Ground Training Aids at RNSFDO - F-35 Full Scale Replicas"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dc98"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2026-08-05"
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# PST/05904 - Ground Training Aids at RNSFDO - F-35 Full Scale Replicas

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dc98

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is progressing a procurement process for Ground Training Aids, specifically focusing on F-35 Full Scale Replicas for the Royal Naval School of Flight Deck Operations. This tender is categorised under the goods industry, particularly for training aids and devices, and is situated in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. It is currently in the planning stage, with a procurement notice published on 5th August 2026. Key dates include the intended contract period commencing from 1st January 2027 to 1st January 2028, with a future notice anticipated around 30th November 2026. The procurement method is a tender, and it is grounded in legal provisions set forth by the UK's 2023 legislation. The procurement's estimated gross value is £2,000,000, with a net amount of £1,600,000.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses in the training aids and devices sector, especially those with proficiency in delivering realistic, operationally pertinent solutions. Ideal bidders would include small and medium-sized enterprises capable of producing purpose-built, high-fidelity training aids that replicate the operational F-35 aircraft, aligning with stringent military specifications. This contract presents an avenue for such businesses to expand their reach within central government contracts, specifically under the Ministry of Defence, fostering growth in capabilities and operational scope for suppliers capable of enhancing military training infrastructures.

## Notice

The Royal Naval School of Flight Deck Operations' (RNSFDO) ability to deliver safe, effective aircraft handling and Flight Deck training is fundamentally dependent on access to modern, representative training aids. Dedicated F-35 Ground Training Aids (GTAs) are essential to ensure training remains current, realistic, and aligned with the aircraft routinely embarked in Royal Navy aviation-capable platforms. The value of realistic, hands-on training is particularly relevant given the significant operational and financial risks associated with aircraft movement on the Flight Deck. The procurement of a purpose-built F-35 Ground Training Aid (GTA) would significantly enhance RNSFDO's ability to deliver realistic, risk-reduced aircraft handling training. By providing a representative platform that accurately reflects the dimensions, configuration, and handling characteristics of the operational aircraft, personnel would be able to develop and rehearse critical ground movement skills in a controlled environment before working with live assets.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074271-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Nov 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,600,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39162200 - Training aids and devices

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 13:54 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074271-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074271-2026
  5th August 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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