Tender

British Indian Ocean Territory - Rapid Erection Shelter (RES) Foundation Works-UK4

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

15 Jan 2026 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking submissions for the "British Indian Ocean Territory - Rapid Erection Shelter (RES) Foundation Works-UK4" project, aiming to undertake design and construction enabling works in Diego Garcia. Falling under the "Military shelter construction work" industry category, this procurement process is being conducted through an open method, designated as "Below threshold - open competition." Located in Glasgow, the buying organisation's head office at Kentigern House is actively engaging in this tender process, which is currently in the "Tender" stage. Prospective bidders have until 27th January 2026, 23:59 GMT to submit their proposals, with the contract period slated to begin on 23rd February 2026 and conclude on 30th April 2026.

This tender presents a vital opportunity for businesses specialising in military infrastructure and construction, particularly those proficient in rapid erection shelter design and enabling works. The scope for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is notable, as the tender is explicitly suitable for these organisations. The Ministry is focused on securing technically compliant bids that offer value for money, making it an ideal pursuit for businesses with competitive pricing and high technical capabilities. With the project's financial ceiling at GBP £1,200,000, there is a substantial financial motivation for companies to participate and potentially bolster their growth in the defence infrastructure sector.

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Notice Title

British Indian Ocean Territory - Rapid Erection Shelter (RES) Foundation Works-UK4

Notice Description

The provision of design and construction enabling works for a Rapid Erect Shelter (RES) in Diego Garcia including ground works, a concrete foundation and other enabling activity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0606d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003561-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45216230 - Military shelter construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Abigail Pryce
Contact Email
abigail.pryce106@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EX
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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