Airlift Services Framework (ASF)

A Tender Notice
by MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
4 year
Value
£150M-£75M
Sector
TRANSPORT
Published
20 Oct 2023
Delivery
01 Aug 2024 to 31 Jul 2028
Deadline
20 Nov 2023 17:00

Concepts

Location

South West England:

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

1 buyer

Description

A framework for whole charter passenger and freight partnering and rapid response - Commercial aircraft charter services constitutes the hire of passenger or freighter aircraft with crew for defined missions in support of Defence activity. The Authority has a requirement for whole aircraft charter for the transportation of cargo and personnel worldwide. The Authority requires the ability to access the commercial market for these services in times of operational surge or when circumstances dictate. Suppliers are required to provide flexible access to the commercial whole aircraft charter market in a dynamic and fast-moving military environment.

Lot Division

1 Whole Charter Passenger and Freight Partnering: Delivery Partner
  • Value: £75M

Lot 1 - Whole Charter Passenger and Freight Partnering - This will be a framework agreement with a maximum of one (1) Aircraft Operator, for the routine movement of passengers and cargo worldwide. Cargo may be palletised or loose-loaded and specialised military equipment, which can include International Air Transport Association (IATA) compliant Dangerous Goods classes 2-9 and firearms. Suppliers will be expected to provide all licences and clearances to allow this. At times, and in conjunction with the Authority, licenses may be required to move non-IATA compliant Dangerous Goods. Passenger moves can be for groups of mainly service personnel but they may also include service families/dependents, unaccompanied minors, detainees with a nominated escort, fee paying passengers and other government personnel. Passenger moves can also include the transportation of deceased personnel. Suppliers will be expected to provide all licences and clearances to allow this. Additional information: There is no limit to the number of Lots a supplier may Tender for. Suppliers may apply for either Lot 1 or Lot 2, or for both Lots. However, If a supplier is the highest scoring on both Lots, they cannot be awarded both Lots. Lot 1 will be delivered by a Delivery Partner / Aircraft Operator, and Lot 2 will be delivered by a Broker.
2 Whole Charter Passenger and Freight: Rapid Response Brokerage
  • Value: £75M

This will be a framework agreement with a maximum of one (1) Broker. For the movement of passengers and cargo worldwide at extreme short notice or where mass is required. Passenger moves can be for groups of mainly service personnel, but they may also include: service families/dependents, unaccompanied minors, detainees with a nominated escort, fee paying passengers and other government personnel. Passenger moves can also include the transportation of deceased personnel. Suppliers will be expected to provide all licences and clearances to allow this. At times, this may also include carriage of International Air Transport Association (IATA)-compliant Dangerous Goods Classes 2-9 and firearms. Additional information: There is no limit to the number of Lots a supplier may Tender for. Suppliers may apply for either Lot 1 or Lot 2, or for both Lots. However, If a supplier is the highest scoring on both Lots, they cannot be awarded both Lots. Lot 1 will be delivered by a Delivery Partner / Aircraft Operator, and Lot 2 will be delivered by a Broker.

Renewal Options

Any subsequent Contract following the expiration of this framework will be subject to a separate Restricted Competition.

Award Criteria

Technical 60
Commercial 30
Social Value 10
price 30

CPV Codes

  • 60423000 - Air-charter services

Indicators

  • Restrictions apply to the lot award allocation.
  • This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
  • Options are available.
  • Renewals are available.
  • Financial restrictions apply.
  • Professional qualifications are sought.
  • Technical restrictions apply.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** Framework agreement with more than one operator: Lot 1 - Whole Charter Passenger & Freight Partnering: Delivery Partner Lot 2 - Whole Charter Passenger & Freight: Rapid Response Brokerage Duration of the framework agreement: Duration in year(s): 4+1+1 There is no commitment or guarantee of work for any suppliers under the Framework Agreement. The initial duration of the Framework Agreement will be 4 years with options to extend for a maximum of an additional two (2) years in minimum time periods of twelve (12) months. The estimated Value Ranges specified in this notice are based on the maximum contract duration of 6 years. There is no limit to the number of Lots a supplier may apply for. Suppliers may apply for either Lot 1 or Lot 2, or for both Lots. However, if a supplier is the highest scoring on both Lots, they cannot be awarded both Lots. Lot 1 will be awarded to and delivered by a Delivery Partner / Aircraft Operator, and Lot 2 will be awarded to and delivered by a Broker. The cyber risk profile for the Framework is Moderate. The Risk Assessment Reference (RAR) number for this Framework is RAR-167530724. Operators which are invited to tender will be required to complete the Supplier Assurance Questionnaire (SAQ) via the Defence Cyber Protection Partnership (DCPP) form to demonstrate their compliance against the required cyber risk level. Please note that Non-MOD staff will be used during the PQQ and ITT process including the evaluation.

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