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GB-Plymouth: OPA T827 OFD Thanckes, Out of service Inspection of 3 off Nato Tanks (T29, T30, T33)

OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY

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Tender

08 May 2026 at 13:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Oil and Pipelines Agency is inviting bids for the "OPA T827 OFD Thanckes, Out of Service Inspection of 3 off Nato Tanks (T29, T30, T33)" located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. This tender falls under the Technical inspection services of engineering structures category, with a focus on non-destructive testing. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with submissions being accepted through an open procedure until 4th June 2026. The contract period begins on 31st July 2026 and concludes on 1st June 2027, with the estimated contract value ranging between £50,000 and £100,000.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering and technical inspections to engage with a significant public sector entity. While it is not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, companies with capabilities in non-destructive testing and compliance with technical standards in the defence sector will find this an advantageous prospect. By securing this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio of government work, which could lead to further opportunities in the public sector. The open procedure ensures a fair competition, allowing well-prepared firms to demonstrate their expertise and secure a foothold in this specialised field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Plymouth: OPA T827 OFD Thanckes, Out of service Inspection of 3 off Nato Tanks (T29, T30, T33)

Notice Description

OPA T827. To carry out Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) in tanks 029, 30,33 located at Thanckes in accordance with the OPA - Storage Tank Out of Service Inspection document OPA-ST-5101.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/816f1e3c-1640-4856-934a-07dc9100f916
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71631400 - Technical inspection services of engineering structures

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jul 2026 - 1 Jun 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
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
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Gosport
Electoral Ward
Forton
Westminster Constituency
Gosport

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