Award

The Supply of Fabrication and Engineering Services

THE FELIXSTOWE DOCK AND RAILWAY COMPANY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Apr 2026 at 08:54

Tender

28 Oct 2025 at 16:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company involves the supply of fabrication and engineering services within the private utility industry category. The contract, titled "The Supply of Fabrication and Engineering Services," is associated with the location of Felixstowe, UKH14 region, United Kingdom. The procurement employs a competitive flexible procedure as its method, currently at the award stage, with Suffolk Welding & Fabrication Ltd poised as a supplier. Key dated elements include the standstill period ending on 30 April 2026, contract commencement set for 2 June 2026, and potential contract renewal extending beyond its maximum date of 1 June 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth in the engineering and fabrication services sector, specifically targeting mechanical fitting and welding companies. Businesses experienced in maintaining and repairing port equipment such as quay cranes and gantry cranes are well-suited to compete, especially SMEs demonstrating technical competence and competitive pricing, given the contract’s quality and cost award criteria. The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company requires involvement through direct registration and participation via their e-Tender platform, offering a structured pathway for eligible contractors. This contract facilitates continuity in service provision across a potentially extended term, promising substantial engagement for businesses with capabilities matching these criteria.

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Notice Title

The Supply of Fabrication and Engineering Services

Notice Description

The Supply of Fabrication and Engineering Services at the Port of Felixstowe.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company has the right to extend the contract if a tender process has been delayed or has not resulted in a succesful preferred supplier. For clarity this right is reserved for The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company not the Contractor

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d598
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035000-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£834,543 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 1 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-10-02

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE FELIXSTOWE DOCK AND RAILWAY COMPANY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
FELIXSTOWE
Postcode
IP11 3SY
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Western Felixstowe
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SUFFOLK WELDING & FABRICATION

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