Tender

Supply of Fuel and Associated Services at Oban Airport

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Tender

21 Aug 2025 at 08:06

Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council has initiated an open tender process for the provision of aviation gasoline (Avgas) and associated services at Oban Airport, located in North Connel, Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA37 1SW. This procurement falls under the industry category of Fuels (CPV 09100000) and is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions closing on 22 September 2025 at 10:00 AM. The contract, set to commence on 13 October 2025, with a potential duration extending up to 2030, invites proposals from refiners and authorised distributors of 100LL Avgas to provide quality fuel delivery, certified refuelling equipment, maintenance services, and staff training at the airport. Prospective tenderers are encouraged to attend a site visit on 3 September 2025 to better prepare their tender responses.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, particularly for companies experienced in aviation fuel supply, equipment provisioning, and compliance with CAA and JIG standards. The open procedure allows a wide range of businesses to compete, encouraging innovation in service provision and the development of community benefits. Suppliers capable of offering electronic ordering and invoicing solutions, as well as responsive maintenance services, will have an advantageous position. Additionally, the contract offers potential for future expansion, as there are options to supply JET-A1 fuel, thereby opening additional avenues for growth in line with the increasing use of unleaded fuels by light General Aviation aircraft.

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Notice Title

Supply of Fuel and Associated Services at Oban Airport

Notice Description

3.1.3 The Council on behalf of Oban Airport, is requesting proposals from aviation gasoline 100LL (Avgas) refiners and refinery authorised distributors of 100LL Avgas, to supply fuel and related support services for Oban Airport.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply quality Avgas fuel meeting ASTM D 910 and DEF STAN 91-90 international standards, delivered to Oban Airport on demand within an agreed timescale, including during adverse weather conditions, industrial strikes etc. Supply quality and certified aviation refuelling equipment to allow fuel to be dispensed to aircraft by Oban Airport staff safely and efficiently. Supply back-up refuelling equipment on an ad hoc basis at peak times or during times when primary equipment is being maintained or repaired. Compliance with CAA and environmental regulations, using JIG industry standards as best practice in the delivery of Goods and Services under this Contract. Provide full maintenance and certification of Avgas fuel storage and refuelling equipment on site to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards, including the 6 monthly maintenance of the static Tank with a capacity of 40,000 litres. This will include on-going calibration of all metering equipment on site from fuel tanker and delivery pumps. All routine and any necessary corrective or reactive maintenance services to the static Tank throughout the duration of the Contract. All maintenance is to be undertaken on site timed by agreement with the Airport Station Manager and managed to minimise impact on the operation of the Airport. The Contractor will provide corrective maintenance for the duration of this Contract on a next working day, Office Hours basis. Provide training to Oban Airport staff on Avgas fuel storage and handling to regulatory or industry best practice standards on an on-going basis to maintain competence. Audit the storage and handling of Avgas at Oban Airport to ensure regulatory compliance. Provide relevant hardware and software solutions to enable online ordering and to provide management information and recording tools on the ordering, delivery and onward supply of Avgas fuel. Work with Oban Airport on initiatives to increase Avgas fuel sales at Oban Airport, through initiatives to increase both price and volume.

Options: The Council are aware of the increasing number of light GA Aircraft that use unleaded fuel including JET-A1. The provision of JET-A1 fuel is not included within this current Specification, however the Council would invite Tenderers (on an optional basis) to offer to supply JET-A1 fuel at a future date and on a consignment stock basis.

Renewal: Two further (one plus one) year options to extent, subject to satisfactory performance of the Contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058bc8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050375-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09100000 - Fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Between five and seven years from award

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Annabel Travers
Contact Email
annabel.travers@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1546604337

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

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