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Bell 429 Component Support and Power-by-the-Hour (PBH) Programme

NATIONAL GRID ELECTRICITY TRANSMISSION PLC

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Key facts

Deadline to express interest or request to participate
Friday 16 October 2026, 15:00 (UK time)
Buyer's estimated value
£2,000,000 (incl. VAT) The buyer's own estimate, not income to you.
Contract period
1 Jan 2027 to 31 Dec 2030
Procedure
Competitive flexible procedure
Notice type
Tender notice (UK4)

Decision brief

Taken from the buyer's published notice (shown as written, shortened where long). Tenderpatch has not added to or interpreted it. Always read the official documents before bidding.

How bids will be scored
  • Technical Submission 65%
  • Commercial Submission 35%
Conditions of participation (what you must show)

economic Suppliers may be required to demonstrate that they have the legal and financial capacity to perform the contract. This will include demonstrating sufficient financial standing, taking account of the nature, complexity, value, duration and risk profile of the contract, and an ability to meet all applicable legal, statutory and regulatory requirements relevant to its performance. The detailed conditions of participation, supporting evidence requirements, assessment methodology and any applicable minimum thresholds will be set out in the associated tender documentation issued to suppliers.

technical Suppliers will be required to demonstrate the technical ability, relevant experience, competent resources, systems and organisational capability necessary to perform the contract. This includes meeting National Grid's applicable standard supplier requirements and all project-specific technical requirements. Detailed conditions of participation, minimum standards and evidence requirements will be provided in the associated tender documentation issued through National Grid's e-tendering platform. References to particular qualifications, accreditations or standards include permitted equivalents.

Contract length and extensions
1 Jan 2027 to 31 Dec 2030. Extensions: Continuation of services via extended period
How to submit
Suppliers wishing to participate in this opportunity should complete the attached 'Expression of Interest (EOI) & SAP Ariba On-boarding Form' and return it to simon.giles@nationalgrid.com Suppliers are requested to register their interest by 16th October at 15:00 to enable Ariba onboarding and secu… Electronic submission: allowed.
Tender documents

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Description

The Authority is seeking a suitably qualified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or authorised support provider to deliver a comprehensive helicopter component support and lifecycle management programme for its Bell 429 aircraft fleet. The service shall provide a flight-hour-based support solution designed to maximise aircraft availability, maintain airworthiness, reduce component ownership risk, and provide predictable maintenance expenditure through a fixed hourly charging mechanism.