Lightning Air System National Capability Enterprise 28-32

Defence Equipment and SupportcontractFind a Tender ↗Ref ocds-h6vhtk-05d96eProcurement Act 2023Defence & securityplanned

Estimated value

£220.0m

services

Awarded value

—

Suppliers

Lots

0 awarded

Published

04 Nov 2025

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Description

The LANCE 28-32 contract will be the National Support Solution (NSS) for the UK’s F-35 fleet. It comprises the tailored, Freedom of Action (FoA) services that together with the broader F-35 Program Global Support Solution (GSS) provide sustainment support. LANCE 28-32 services will be delivered by the Contractor at the Main Operating Base (MOB) and when deployed and embarked. Services will include operations, technical, maintenance, training, logistics and facilities management support.

Scope

Reference: 715712464
Total value: £220,000,000 excluding VAT
£264,000,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Commercial tool: Standalone contract
Contract dates: 01 Jan 2028 to 31 Dec 2032
Possible extension to 31 Dec 2033
Main category: services
CPV classifications: 80650000
50210000
Contract locations: North and West Norfolk, United Kingdom

Submission & procedure

Procedure: Direct award