UK4 - Lancaster Radiators: Manufacture and In-Service Support

Defence Equipment and SupportcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-069e80Procurement Act 2023SME suitableVCSE suitableactive

Estimated value

£1.5m

services

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

1

0 awarded

Published

13 Jul 2026

Deadline 21 Aug 2026

Description

The Authority intends to procure a supplier with design capability, to manufacture, test, and deliver replacement coolant radiators for the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) Lancaster aircraft (PA474), together with associated technical documentation, certification, and in service support. The requirement comprises of replicating the original design standard , using modern day equivilance where necessary, to enable the production of six (6) replacement radiators, including two (2) spares, using a “design from pattern part” approach due to the absence of original drawings. The replacement units must be airworthy, compliant with Military Aviation Authority (MAA) regulatory requirements, and demonstrate equivalence in fit, form, and function to the existing. The contractor will be responsible for: Substantiation, qualification, and production of the radiators. Provision of production drawings, design rationale, testing (e.g. pressure, fatigue, NDT), and a Declaration of Design & Performance. Manufacture and delivery of all units in accordance with an agreed schedule as per negotiations Supply of Special to Type Containers for transport and storage of each Provision of certification (e.g. Certificates of Conformity) and compliance with quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001/AS9100 or equivalent) Delivery of in service support artefacts, including a Bill of Materials, Initial Provisioning List, maintenance documentation, and recommended tooling and consumables to support continued airworthiness to an Out of Service Date of 2035 (with potential extension to 2040). All goods are to be delivered to RAF Coningsby, UK, and must integrate seamlessly with the existing aircraft systems and coolant specifications.

Scope

Reference
715850546
Total value
£1,500,000 excluding VAT
£1,800,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
04 Jan 2027 to 03 Jan 2029
Possible extension to 03 Jan 2030

An extension year mechanism has been built within the Contract.

Main category
services
CPV classifications
50211100
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
TechnicalInformation relating to the Criterion is detailed within the ITT Packquality50.00%
PriceInformation relating to the Criterion is detailed within the ITT Packprice40.00%
Social ValueInformation relating to the Criterion is detailed within the ITT Packquality10.00%

Participation

Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.

Conditions of Participation are detailed in the ITT Pack

Submission & procedure

Enquiry deadline
14 Aug 2026, 4:00 pm
Submission deadline
21 Aug 2026, 4:00 pm
Submission address
https://www.digital.mod.uk/sme-dosbg/find-an-opportunity All Tender Submissions, Clarification Questions or General Communications must be progressed through the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP).
Electronic submission
Yes
Procedure
Competitive flexible procedure