Tender

GB-Gosport: OPA T791 Over water Jetty Inspection at OFD Gosport

OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY

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Tender

24 Oct 2025 at 15:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Oil and Pipelines Agency has initiated a tender process titled "GB-Gosport: OPA T791 Over water Jetty Inspection at OFD Gosport." This procurement involves services under the industry category of pipeline inspection, specifically focused on a 10'' pipeline 5-yearly inspection over water at Jetty, OFD Gosport, located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procedure is currently at the tender stage, following an open procurement method. Interested parties should note that the tender period concludes on 12th December 2025, with the contract expected to commence on 15th January 2026 and end on 31st July 2026. The contract's estimated value is between £50,000 and £100,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in pipeline-inspection services to engage in a public sector project and expand their operations. The open procedure allows any qualified supplier to compete, promoting inclusivity and the potential for business growth within the SME sector. Companies with expertise in engineering inspections, especially those with experience in maritime or oil installations, would be well-suited to participate in this bidding. By securing this contract, businesses can not only achieve significant financial returns but also enhance their track record and reputation within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Gosport: OPA T791 Over water Jetty Inspection at OFD Gosport

Notice Description

OPA T791 OFD Gosport, over water Jetty 10'' pipeline 5 yearly Inspection Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-788fee95-c846-494c-89ea-e6d81e2a9ff9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b649e6cb-7a80-4ce3-bdc0-efee8caa1e7d
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

CPV Codes

76600000 - Pipeline-inspection services

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
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 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
OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY
Contact Name
Matthew Cooke
Contact Email
matthew.cooke@opa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07928525575

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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Gosport
Electoral Ward
Forton
Westminster Constituency
Gosport

Further Information

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