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SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE - WC1996742- NDT TESTING OF PSD TANKS T3 & T6, AKROTIRI, CYPRUS

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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07 Aug 2026 at 09:16

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in England, has initiated a tender process for the supply chain project titled "SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE - WC1996742- NDT TESTING OF PSD TANKS T3 & T6, AKROTIRI, CYPRUS." This project falls under the primary works for services industry category, with the primary location being the Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot in Cyprus, a British Forces base. The tender is currently in the active stage, with key dates including an expression of interest by 31 August 2026, invitation to tender by 7 September 2026, tender return date on 12 October 2026, and the contract award anticipated on 4 January 2027. The project is scheduled to commence on 7 January 2027 and conclude by 19 July 2027, with an estimated value of £60,000,000 and conducted in Euro currency.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in non-destructive testing and tank maintenance services. Companies capable of offering out-of-service inspections, grit blasting, recoating, and repair rectifications should consider applying. The procurement process is labelled as "Other - OTHER," and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. To compete effectively, businesses need to complete a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire and the Expression of Interest form by the specified deadline. This contract will not only offer substantial financial opportunities but also allow successful bidders to reinforce their presence in the defence and military sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE - WC1996742- NDT TESTING OF PSD TANKS T3 & T6, AKROTIRI, CYPRUS

Notice Description

The work described below will be undertaken for the two tanks one at a 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 Location: Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot (PSD), CYPRUS The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of interest: 10/08/2026 - Expression of interest return: 31/08/2026 - Invitation to Tender: 07/09/2026 - Tender Return Date: 12/10/2026 - Contract award: 04/01/2027 - Commencement of work: 07/01/2027 - Completion of work: 19/07/2027 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Akrotiri, 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 31/08/2026. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8712ef4c-b65d-4873-8462-3d70051920d6
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
£60,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2027 - 19 Jul 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
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

Further Information

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