Lift Off - Q3 - Quieter Neighbourhood Support

What this is

Heathrow's Lift Off Q3 2026 event is an opportunity for innovative SMEs to present products and services related to the Quieter Neighbourhood Support (QNS) programme, which delivers noise-reduction interventions for residents affected by aircraft noise. Selected SMEs will present for 25 minutes and network with Heathrow and major supply chain partners, with potential to participate in future tenders.

Key points

• This is a networking/presentation event (Lift Off Q3 2026) scheduled for 18 September 2026, not a direct tender for services or works.
• Selected SMEs present for 25 minutes to Heathrow and supply chain partners; selection is at Heathrow's discretion and not guaranteed.
• Focus is on innovative solutions for the Quieter Neighbourhood Support (QNS) programme—noise reduction and property-level interventions for residents affected by aircraft noise.
• Participation may lead to future tender opportunities and business connections with Heathrow and major supply chain partners.
• By submitting, SMEs agree that Heathrow may share their details with supply chain partners.
• Estimated scope GBP 50,000 relates to potential future opportunities, not this event.

Who can bid

SMEs with innovative products or services relevant to noise reduction, building insulation, acoustic solutions, environmental monitoring, or related services supporting the Quieter Neighbourhood Support programme. Heathrow reserves the right to select which SMEs attend.

How to submit

Submission via CompeteFor platform. Completing and submitting does not guarantee selection.

Contract period

This is a networking/presentation event, not a direct procurement contract. Selected SMEs present for 25 minutes on 18 September 2026 and may subsequently participate in relevant tenders.

Classification

CPV 45316100 — Installation of outdoor illumination equipment 90742400 — Noise pollution advisory services45210000 — Building construction work51313000 — Installation services of sound equipment38434300 — Noise-measuring equipment48500000 — Communication and multimedia software package71313450 — Environmental monitoring for construction LondonHounslow, UKHeathrow