Supply Chain Notice: WP074 Lightning Protection

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

04 Jun 2026 at 10:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is initiating a procurement process titled "Supply Chain Notice: WP074 Lightning Protection" concerning lightning-protection works. This planned tender, with an estimated value of £200,000, focuses on subcontracting the supply and installation of lightning protection systems at Keogh Barracks, Aldershot. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 24 June 2026, and potential contract commencement from 3 May 2028 to 24 October 2029. Businesses interested in participating should note that this notice is preliminary, and any dates or values are subject to change. All suppliers must hold Cyber Essentials accreditation with intentions to advance to Cyber Essentials Plus.

This tender represents a growth opportunity for businesses specializing in lightning protection installations, particularly those that are SMEs, as indicated by the suitability criteria. Companies that meet the security and accreditation requirements stand to gain from being included in the tender process for a significant governmental project. The Ministry of Defence's requisites for Cyber Essentials and Security Clearance (SC) processes highlight the need for firms to have robust security credentials, appealing to those specialising in secure, government-standard projects across the UK and potentially broader territories.

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Notice Title

Supply Chain Notice: WP074 Lightning Protection

Notice Description

Kier Construction propose to subcontract for the provision to supply and install Lightning Protection. This works package will be constructed at Keogh Barracks, Aldershot. This is a future opportunity notice for suppliers to register their interest in being selected for inclusion on the tender list. Please note this is a pipeline notice only and there is no further information at this time. All values and dates in this notice are estimated only and we reserve the right to amend any of the information prior to issuing an invitation to tender. Additional information: All Supply Chain are required to hold Cyber Essentials accreditation and be looking to progress to Cyber Essentials Plus. All Supply Chain employees and agents will be required to hold Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) accreditation and be prepared to undergo the Security Clearance (SC) process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e44f2b94-7055-48fe-aa95-8f4fa2a210b0
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45312310 - Lightning-protection works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 May 2028 - 24 Oct 2029 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M50 3XP
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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