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title: "Lease of aircraft for Historic Environment Scotland"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000486236"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND"
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# Lease of aircraft for Historic Environment Scotland

Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000486236

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Historic Environment Scotland focuses on the lease of aircraft for aerial reconnaissance and photography services across Scotland. The tender, initiated as part of an open procedure, encompasses both single-engine and twin-engine aircraft requirements, with a total estimated value of £100,000. Key dates include the signing of contracts on 24 April 2017 for the single-engine aircraft and 6 June 2017 for the twin-engine aircraft. The procurement is categorised under services in the tourism and conservation industry, with operations primarily centred in Edinburgh and the surrounding regions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in aviation services, particularly those that can provide both dry and wet lease options for aircraft. Companies that specialise in the leasing of single-engine and twin-engine aircraft, as well as those offering maintenance services, would be particularly well-suited to compete. The requirement for a high-wing aircraft indicates a preference for providers with expertise in aerial photography and reconnaissance, making this a valuable opportunity for SMEs in the aviation sector to expand their market reach.

## Notice

HES has a programme of aerial reconnaissance and photography, averaging about 100 hours per annum, extending across the whole of Scotland. Flying is spread throughout the year, but concentrates in the period from April to September, and is arranged ad hoc as weather conditions allow and demands of projects dictate. We require a single-engine, high-wing aircraft (e.g. Cessna 172) and a twin-engine aircraft for more remote areas involving a significant sea-crossing. The service is to include the aircraft, appropriate insurance and the maintenance schedule, but not pilot or landings. Both dry (no fuel) and wet leases can be considered.

### Lot Information

Twin engine aircaft

HES has a programme of aerial reconnaissance and photography, averaging about 100 hours per annum, extending across the whole of Scotland. Flying is spread throughout the year, but concentrates in the period from April to September, and is arranged ad hoc as weather conditions allow and demands of projects dictate. We require a single-engine, high-wing aircraft (e.g. Cessna 172) and a twin-engine aircraft for more remote areas involving a significant sea-crossing. The service is to include the aircraft, appropriate insurance and the maintenance schedule, but not pilot or landings. Both dry (no fuel) and wet leases can be considered.

Single engine aircraft

HES has a programme of aerial reconnaissance and photography, averaging about 100 hours per annum, extending across the whole of Scotland. Flying is spread throughout the year, but concentrates in the period from April to September, and is arranged ad hoc as weather conditions allow and demands of projects dictate. We require a single-engine, high-wing aircraft (e.g. Cessna 172) and a twin-engine aircraft for more remote areas involving a significant sea-crossing. The service is to include the aircraft, appropriate insurance and the maintenance schedule, but not pilot or landings. Both dry (no fuel) and wet leases can be considered.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN287524 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £80,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH9 1SH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Southside/Newington |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | DAVIS AIRCRAFT OPS; DIRECTFLIGHT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60424100 - Hire of aircraft with crew
- 60424110 - Hire of fixed-wing aircraft with crew

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2017 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN287524

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN287524
  Lease of aircraft for Historic Environment Scotland - HES has a programme of aerial reconnaissance and photography, averaging about 100 hours per annum, extending across the whole of Scotland. Flying is spread throughout the year, but concentrates in the period from April to September, and is arranged ad hoc as weather conditions allow and demands of projects dictate. We require a single-engine, high-wing aircraft (e.g. Cessna 172) and a twin-engine aircraft for more remote areas involving a significant sea-crossing. The service is to include the aircraft, appropriate insurance and the maintenance schedule, but not pilot or landings. Both dry (no fuel) and wet leases can be considered.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://historicenvironment.scot
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000486236

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