Tender

Supply Chain Notice: WC1831293 - Installation of a new RO unit (Brackish water), Dhekelia (CYPRUS)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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09 Mar 2026 at 09:07

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Birmingham, England, has initiated a tender process for the installation of a new Reverse Osmosis (RO) unit in Dhekelia, Cyprus. This procurement falls under the category of drinking-water treatment plant construction work. The tender process involves a limited procurement method with competitive quotations below the threshold, focusing on works with a value of £760,000 funded in Euros. The key dates for expression of interest commence on 5th March 2026 and conclude with the award of contract by 15th June 2026, with project completion anticipated by 22nd December 2026. Companies must return the required documents electronically by 13th March 2026 to be eligible for the tender invitation.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to expand their business within the public sector by participating in a defence-related infrastructure project. The project requires expertise in the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of water treatment equipment, particularly for firms familiar with automated systems and integration into SCADA systems. Businesses that specialise in water treatment, construction, and engineering will find this tender particularly relevant, as it involves substantial work with water pipelines and power supplies along with the removal of existing infrastructure. The project's location in Cyprus and the involvement of the Ministry of Defence may attract companies with international project experience and familiarity with stringent operational standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply Chain Notice: WC1831293 - Installation of a new RO unit (Brackish water), Dhekelia (CYPRUS)

Notice Description

Installation of a new RO unit (Brackish water) to replace the existing old one. The work encompasses the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of a new Brackish Water RO Unit complete with its Pre Filtration System at the RO Plant of Dhekelia. The new RO Unit shall be fully automated, with recovery rate up to 55% and capable of producing water at a rate of approximately 20m3/Hr. The scope shall also include the removal of the existing RO unit, and carrying out required modifications to the water pipelines and power supplies. The new unit shall be integrated to the existing SCADA system for telemetry and automated operation. The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of interest: Thursday 05/03/2026 - Expression of interest return: Friday 13/03/2026 - Invitation to Tender: Monday 16/03/2026 - Tender Return Date: Friday 17/04/2026 - Contract award: Monday 15/06/2026 - Commencement of work: Monday 22/06/2026 - Completion of work: Tuesday 22/12/2026 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Dhekelia, Cyprus (British Forces). Additional information: Any company wishing to participate in this tender should complete the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) and the EOI form which are attached and return them electronically to the above email address by no later than 12:00 EET on 13/03/2026. For companies that have submitted a PQQ within the last 12 months, there is no requirement to re-submit it. They must provide the details of their last PQQ submission to guarantee inclusion on the invitation list. ATTACHMENTS Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) Expression of Interest form Brief Scope of Works

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1194b99-49d6-43a4-a92c-f09a8c423ed9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45252126 - Drinking-water treatment plant construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£760,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 22 Dec 2026 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
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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