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Tender

22 Jun 2026 at 14:03

Summary of the contracting process

KBS Maritime Ltd, the buying organisation, has initiated a procurement process for "ATEX Remedials" focusing on electrical installation work within the Portsmouth Naval Base, classified under CPV codes 45310000 and 45315600. The procurement is in the Tender stage and follows a restricted procedure, providing a selective approach. Businesses interested have until 12:00 on 13th July 2026 to submit their expressions of interest. The contract period will run from 9th November 2026 until 26th February 2027, with the project comprising a minimum value of £150,000 and an estimated value of £200,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in electrical installation, particularly those skilled in handling electrical work in potentially explosive atmospheres. Businesses equipped with CompEx certification for the preparation, installation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical equipment in such conditions will find this procurement particularly suitable. Given the project's specific requirements and location, it presents a substantial opportunity for businesses aiming to establish or solidify their position in the defence and maritime sectors.

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Notice Title

ATEX Remedials

Notice Description

Following detailed ATEX inspections, remedial actions are required associated with the DSEAR areas within Portsmouth Naval Base. Actions will need to be undertaken to achieve compliance with the DSEAR regulations and ATEX standards 60079:14 & 60079:17. KBS Maritime are seeking expressions of interest for remedial works to be undertaken based on the results of these inspections. Contractors undertaking these works must be trained in the following CompEx training or equivalent, at a minimum this will include; * CompEx 01-04 Preparation, Installation, Inspection and Maintenance of electrical equipment (Gas and Vapours) * CompEx 05-06 Preparation, Installation, Inspection and Maintenance of electrical equipment (Dusts) * CompEx 12 Design of electrical equipment installations in explosive atmospheres. If you are interested in this opportunity, please express an interest through KBS' tendering portal to access the Selection Questionnaire and NDA; https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/supplier/publictenders?B=KBS

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc6ea185-d03b-419b-b4c9-f47c10025de3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45315600 - Low-voltage installation work

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
22 Jun 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Nov 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 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
KBS MARITIME LTD
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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