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This subcontract for Aviation Support and Charter Services involves the provision of aircraft and flight crews to support prime contractors on Network Rail Infrastructure Limited projects. The scope of work focuses on delivering aircraft specifically suitable for LiDAR and RGB sensor mounting to conduct flight operations across the United Kingdom rail network during the winter 2027/28 season. The selected provider must ensure all flight operations are backed by necessary CAA certification and comprehensive insurance suitable for operating over rail infrastructure. The primary deliverables for this engagement are the provision of guaranteed aircraft availability and the completion of required flight hours to facilitate the project's data collection goals.

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Subcontract for CAA-certified aircraft and crews for UK rail LiDAR surveys winter 2027/28.

Agency

Network Rail Infrastructure Limited

NAICS

488190 - Other Support Activities for Air Transportation

Place of Performance

GBR

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 2026/S 000-096692.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Provision of Aerial Survey of the UK Rail Network - LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) and Aerial Photography

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PostedOct 13

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AgencyNetwork Rail Infrastructure Limited

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Organization / AgencyNetwork Rail Infrastructure Limited

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Supplies aircraft and flight crews for prime contractors on Network Rail Infrastructure Limited projects. Provides aircraft suitable for LiDAR/RGB sensor mounting for flight operations across the UK rail network during the winter 2027/28 season. Requires CAA certification and insurance for flight operations over rail infrastructure. Delivers flight hours and aircraft availability.

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