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GB-Thanckes: OPA/T856 Supply a Service to Supply F76 Fuel Filtering/Polishing - Thanckes

The Oil and Pipelines Agency

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28 May 2026 at 13:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Oil and Pipelines Agency is seeking to appoint a contractor to perform the filtering and polishing of F76 fuel at the OFD Thanckes, which is required to meet specific specifications due to failing filter blocking tendency tests. This tender, titled "GB-Thanckes: OPA/T856 Supply a Service to Supply F76 Fuel Filtering/Polishing - Thanckes", falls under the industry category of Fuels. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, utilising an open procedure. Interested parties should note the key deadline for submitting tenders is 5th June 2026, with the contract period expected to run from 27th July 2026 to 26th July 2027. This opportunity covers delivery to a wide range of locations, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for business growth, particularly for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in fuel management and conditioning services. The contract's estimated value is between GBP 100,000 and GBP 500,000, offering a substantial project for a suitably skilled contractor. Enterprises specialising in industrial fuel services, particularly those with capabilities in meeting strict performance specifications, would be well-suited to compete in this open tender. Such contracts not only provide financial gain but may also pave the way for long-term partnerships with a reputable public agency, potentially leading to further opportunities both within the UK and internationally.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Thanckes: OPA/T856 Supply a Service to Supply F76 Fuel Filtering/Polishing - Thanckes

Notice Description

OPA require to appoint an appropriate contractor to conduct Filtering/Polishing of F76 fuel stored at OFD Thanckes. OPA require the filtering/polishing of the F76 that has failed the filter blocking tendency (FBT) tests. Our requirement is to restore the F76 to our required specification. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0ad3c57e-ba16-48b5-b2fa-aaa7562ccaf3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2088d4cd-054e-4f56-8077-0bf56fc3be49
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

CPV Codes

09100000 - Fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Oil and Pipelines Agency
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GOSPORT
Postcode
PO12 1AP
Postcode Area
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Gosport
Electoral Ward
Forton
Westminster Constituency
Gosport

Further Information

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