Estimated Value
Up to £550,000
Deadline
9 January 2026
Published
31 August 2026
Type
goods
Overview
Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for the acquisition of a pre-owned Britten Norman BN2B-26 aircraft to extend the existing network to enhance services to the north isles communities inter-island air services. Orkney Islands Council (the Authority) has a requirement for the acquisition of pre-owned Britten Norman BN2B-26 aircraft to extend existing network during 2025/26 financial year to enhance services to the north isles’ communities inter-island air services.
The service is provided under a Public Service Obligation (PSO) Contract. A PSO is established to maintain appropriate scheduled air services on routes which are vital for the economic development of the region they serve by setting frequency and pricing. Additional information: The estimated value as noted at section 11.2.6 is excluding VAT.
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Orkney Islands Council is buying a used Britten‑Norman BN2B‑26 aircraft to keep inter‑island air routes running under a Public Service Obligation contract, with delivery planned for the 2025/26 financial year.
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Cormack Aircraft Services Ltd
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Orkney Islands CouncilKey Dates
Published
31 August 2026
Submission deadline
9 January 2026
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