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title: "Supply of Aircraft Ground Power Units"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000668628"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED"
published: "2022-06-13"
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# Supply of Aircraft Ground Power Units

Buyer: HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000668628

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited for the "Supply of Aircraft Ground Power Units," focusing on goods within the aviation industry. This tender is currently in the Award stage, following a completed evaluation, with an active contract signed on 11 May 2022. The project involves the supply and delivery of up to 24 Aircraft Ground Power Units to airports across Benbecula, Islay, Kirkwall, Inverness, Stornoway, Sumburgh, and Wick John O’Groats, with a total budget of £610,000. Supplier submissions for this tender were required electronically, with the submission period closing on 29 November 2021.

This contracting opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in aviation-related products and services, particularly those that manufacture or supply ground support equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on environmentally sustainable technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the buyer emphasises the importance of reducing reliance on diesel-powered units. The tender environment reflects a competitive landscape, having attracted multiple bids, including participation from both domestic and EU suppliers, suggesting ample opportunity for new entrants in this sector.

## Notice

HIAL wished to appoint a sole Supplier to a Contract for the provision of the supply and delivery of up to x24 Aircraft Ground Power Units at airports located at Benbecula, Islay, Kirkwall, Inverness, Stornoway, Sumburgh, and Wick John O'Groats. HIAL reserves the right to order less than x24 units if required.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

HIAL had a requirement for the supply and delivery of up to x24 Aircraft Ground Power Units (GPU's). In line with HIAL's key environmental commitments it is essential that the proposed GPU's are powered using a more environmentally sustainable solution than the current 100% diesel powered units.

Options: 1. Optional additional equipment including: Spare DC Heavy duty output lead; Load Bank; Service Pack; and Frequently used spare parts 2. Future requirements - there may be a requirement for HIAL to purchase additional GPU's throughout the term of this contract, although this is not guaranteed.

Renewal: There will be provision to extend annually by a further two years if mutually agreed and depending on performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN451059 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 May 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £610,000 |
| Lots value | £610,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS AIRPORTS LIMITED |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 7JB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Culloden and Ardersier |
| Westminster constituency | Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AERO SPECIALTIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31610000 - Electrical equipment for engines and vehicles

## Release History

- 13 Jun 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN451059
- 23 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433720
- 28 Oct 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT431525

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431525&idx=1
  28th October 2021 - Tender Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431525&idx=2
  28th October 2021 - Tender Response Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431525&idx=3
  28th October 2021 - Appendix B - Price Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431525&idx=4
  28th October 2021 - Appendix C - Draft Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431525&idx=5
  28th October 2021 - Appendix D - Airport Addresses
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT431525&idx=6
  28th October 2021 - Appendix E - Aircraft Types
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT431525
  Supply of Aircraft Ground Power Units - HIAL wish to appoint a sole Supplier to a Contract for the provision of the supply and delivery of up to x24 Aircraft Ground Power Units at airports located at Benbecula, Islay, Kirkwall, Inverness, Stornoway, Sumburgh, and Wick John O'Groats. HIAL reserves the right to order less than x24 units if required.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN451059
  Supply of Aircraft Ground Power Units - HIAL wished to appoint a sole Supplier to a Contract for the provision of the supply and delivery of up to x24 Aircraft Ground Power Units at airports located at Benbecula, Islay, Kirkwall, Inverness, Stornoway, Sumburgh, and Wick John O'Groats. HIAL reserves the right to order less than x24 units if required.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.hial.co.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000668628
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/inverness-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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