Tender

WC1928003 - NDT TESTING OF ABOVE GROUND JPTS TANKS T9 & T10, CYPRUS

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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11 Jun 2026 at 07:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has initiated a tender process titled "WC1928003 - NDT Testing of Above Ground JPTS Tanks T9 & T10, Cyprus" in the industry sector of primary works for services. This procurement, located at the RAF Akrotiri, Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot, Cyprus, is currently in the tender stage. Key deadlines include the Return Date for Expressions of Interest on 24th June 2026, with the Invitation to Tender being issued on 1st July 2026 and the final Tender Return Date on 12th August 2026. The contract is set to be awarded on 25th November 2026, with work expected to commence following agreement with MOD DIO at a total value of €250,000. This opportunity is particularly designed for SMEs, with the work being conducted in Euros.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in nondestructive testing (NDT), engineering services, and industrial maintenance. Companies with experience in out-of-service inspection, grit blasting, tank recoating, and pressure valve treatments will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The focus on SMEs indicates an inclusive procurement approach, providing smaller businesses a platform to expand into governmental contracts. Given its strategic location in Cyprus, participating businesses could leverage this project to enhance their portfolio and establish a foothold in international defence sector services under the procurement method categorised as "Other".

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WC1928003 - NDT TESTING OF ABOVE GROUND JPTS TANKS T9 & T10, CYPRUS

Notice Description

The work described below will be undertaken for the two tanks which will both be made available at the same time: - Out of service inspection, including non-destructive examination and testing, grit blasting and recoating of the tank bottom and part of the shell plates - The rectification of any repairs identified following the NDT testing - Treat and recoat 6" Pressure Vacuum Valves Location: Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot (PSD), CYPRUS The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of Interest Issue Date: 10/06/26 - Expression of Interest Return Date: 24/06/26 - Invitation to Tender: 01/07/26 - Tender Return Date: 12/08/26 - Contract award: 25/11/26 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Cyprus (British Forces, RAF Akrotiri). Additional information: Work commencement and completion dates will be subject to MOD DIO's agreement, as they will be dictated by the Fuel Operating Authority to avoid Operational Restrictions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9e3d5a9-dc8a-4a52-bc69-fd01f0d5bd32
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - OTHER
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45111290 - Primary works for services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Nov 2026 - 17 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

Buyer & Supplier

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
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B37 7ES
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG32 Solihull
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Solihull
Electoral Ward
Bickenhill
Westminster Constituency
Meriden and Solihull East

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