Tender

North Pumps Switchboard Purchase

KBS MARITIME LTD

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Tender

28 Aug 2025 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is managed by KBS Maritime Ltd for the purchase of a Switchboard at Portsmouth Naval Base. This project, titled "North Pumps Switchboard Purchase", falls under the category of switchboards, with related items such as switchboard equipment and panels. It is located in Portsmouth, and the goods are intended for delivery to the UK and beyond, including regions like the British Overseas Territories and Channel Islands. The procurement is in the tender stage with an open procedure method, and key dates include the tender period ending on 9th October 2025, and the contract period running from 1st November 2025 to 25th September 2026. The total value of the contract is £300,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing or supply of electrical switchboards and related components. Enterprises that are registered as SMEs or VCSEs are specifically encouraged to participate, as the procurement process ensures suitability for these types of organisations. With the open procedure, the tender offers a transparent and competitive process that could lead to substantial business growth, especially for companies looking to establish or expand their presence in the defence and maritime sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North Pumps Switchboard Purchase

Notice Description

For the purchase of a Switchboard for Portsmouth Naval Base

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f36613d-613a-4831-aac1-0eaeb2317707
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32540000 - Switchboards

32541000 - Switchboard equipment

32542000 - Switchboard panels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 25 Sep 2026 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
KBS MARITIME LTD
Contact Name
Dan Jackson
Contact Email
dan.jackson@kbsmaritime.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 3LS
Post Town
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)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

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