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    ContractsEngineering and Technical Support for Naval Air Squadron Trial Operations
    Awarded contract

    Engineering and Technical Support for Naval Air Squadron Trial Operations

    Awarded
    £98k
    Published 15 Oct 2026

    OEM technical support required to assist 744 Naval Air Squadron in preparation for and during Trial NEPTUNE REACH B operations.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· South WestPublished 15 Oct 2026· YesterdayviaFind a Tender
    Awarded
    £98k
    Published 15 Oct 2026

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      £98,000
      Pounds sterling
    • Closing date
      Not published
      No closing date published
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      South West

    Suppliers

    1 supplier
    • CA
      Callen-Lenz
    Lead contractor

    Lifecycle

    Awarded

    Contract awarded. Originally published yesterday.

    15 October 2026
    Awarded — no open tender advertised

    Brief

    The Authority is seeking engineering and technical support services from Callen-Lenz, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), to assist 744 Naval Air Squadron (744 NAS) with preparations and execution of Trial NEPTUNE REACH B. This engagement requires specialized technical expertise to ensure equipment readiness, troubleshooting, and operational support throughout the trial period. The support encompasses pre-trial preparation phases as well as on-site technical assistance during the active trial operations. Qualified OEMs with relevant expertise in naval aviation systems are encouraged to review the full contract specifications for detailed requirements and service scope.

    Track record

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-07888d

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