Tender

GB-Aultbea, Ross-shire, IV22 2HU: OPA T772 OFD Loch Ewe, Tank 9 Cleaning

OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY

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Tender

28 Jun 2025 at 09:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Oil and Pipelines Agency is seeking bids for tank-cleaning services at their Loch Ewe facility, located in Aultbea, Ross-shire, Scotland. The procurement, titled "OPA T772 OFD Loch Ewe, Tank 9 Cleaning," falls under the industry category of tank-cleaning services, with the CPV code 90913100. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a tender period running until 31st July 2025, and the contract period starting from 30th August 2025 and ending on 31st January 2026. This open procurement procedure presents a project value estimated between £25,000 and £50,000, targeting services within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning services, particularly those with expertise in tank maintenance and hazardous material handling, to expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capability on a prominent project. Although not specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, companies with relevant experience and capacity may find it a valuable addition to their client base. The open nature of the procurement method facilitates competition, welcoming a range of businesses that can meet the requirements set forth by the Oil and Pipelines Agency.

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Notice Title

GB-Aultbea, Ross-shire, IV22 2HU: OPA T772 OFD Loch Ewe, Tank 9 Cleaning

Notice Description

OPA T772 OFD Loch Ewe to provide initial and Post Inspection/repair cleaning services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/038ec754-d728-4fcb-bf17-7e066668c4dd
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90913100 - Tank-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Aug 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY
Contact Name
Matthew Cooke
Contact Email
matthew.cooke@opa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07928525575

Buyer Location

Locality
GOSPORT
Postcode
PO12 1AP
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)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Gosport
Electoral Ward
Forton
Westminster Constituency
Gosport

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