Scope
Reference
UKRI-5413
Description
This contract is for the provision of a pilot with experience and capacity for Antarctic flights. This contract was awarded under Schedule 5 of the PA23 due to technical reasoning.
Contract 1. UKRI-5410 Antarctic Ski Pilot
Supplier
Contract value
- £21,015 excluding VAT
- £25,218 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
5 November 2025
Contract dates
- 6 November 2025 to 28 February 2026
- Possible extension to 31 March 2026
- 4 months, 25 days
Description of possible extension:
Extensions to allow for any delays due to weather or unforeseen events.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 60444100 - Pilot services
Contract locations
- AQ - Antarctica
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
The Flying Dutchman
N/A
Cheltenham
GL50 1YG
United Kingdom
Region: UKK13 - Gloucestershire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. UKRI-5410 Antarctic Ski Pilot
Contracting authority
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDQJ-7126-JDHG
Polaris House
Swindon, Wiltshire
SN2 1FL
United Kingdom
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - central government