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Thames - AOMR Lot 2 - Amerden Pumping Station

DEFRA GROUP COMMERCIAL

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03 Mar 2026 at 08:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by the Defra group Commercial for a project titled "Thames - AOMR Lot 2 - Amerden Pumping Station," which falls under the industry category of engineering and construction works. This tender involves MEICA and minor civil engineering works at the Amerden Pumping Station in the Thames area, aiming to restore the asset to its target condition. The procurement method used is selective, through a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 9th February 2026 and the contract period spanning from 16th February 2026 to 31st May 2026. The contract is valued at £131,934.86 GBP and issued under the "award" stage as of 3rd March 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the engineering and construction sector, particularly those capable of undertaking MEICA works. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, organisations with expertise in submersible pump replacement, civil engineering investigations, and refurbishment works are well-suited to compete, given the complex nature of the tasks involved. The successful supplier, Fairfield Control Systems, demonstrates the potential for similar entities in this industry to secure substantial projects, promoting business growth and fostering partnerships in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Thames - AOMR Lot 2 - Amerden Pumping Station

Notice Description

A contract to provide the Environment Agency with MEICA and minor civil engineering works at Amerden Pumping Station, in the Thames area. The objective of the works is to restore the asset to target condition and consists of: 1. Replacement of two submersible pumps 2. Investigation into why the new pump controller is not working as designed 3. Replacement of failed davit points (2 No) 4. Completion of ducting following refurbishment works in 2023

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6a3b46bb-8d4c-4bf9-8048-470ede21521c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4cec417-222d-4563-8788-f1f73265231c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£131,934 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£131,934 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA GROUP COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PETERBOROUGH
Postcode
PE2 8YY
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH41 Peterborough
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Peterborough
Electoral Ward
Fletton and Stanground
Westminster Constituency
North West Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FAIRFIELD CONTROL SYSTEMS

Further Information

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