UK3 - Lancaster Radiators: Manufacture and In-Service Support
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Published
25 Jun 2026
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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
- ocds-h6vhtk-069e80
- Total value
- Above the relevant threshold
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 30 Nov 2026 to 29 Nov 2028Possible extension to 29 Nov 2029
An optional extension year will be included and must be firm priced. Exercise of the option is entirely at the Authority’s discretion and will be subject to ongoing requirements, including any changes to delivery timelines or manufacturing activities
- Main category
- services
- CPV classifications
- 50211100
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission & procedure
- Enquiry deadline
- 24 Jul 2026, 10:59 pm
- Submission deadline
- 07 Sept 2026, 10:59 pm
- Electronic submission
- Yes
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure