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UKD Bluefin Dry Dock 2026

ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS

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27 Feb 2026 at 17:42

Summary of the contracting process

Associated British Ports is inviting tenders for a one-off contract to conduct the biennial dry dock of the UK Dredgings UKD Bluefin dredger. This contract is due to commence early May 2026, aligning with the vessel's Maritime and Coastguard Agency statutory certification. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions closing on the 24th March 2026 at 16:00 GMT. The contract award is expected by 2nd April 2026, and dry docking services will span from 1st May to 26th June 2026. The buying organisation, Associated British Ports, operates within the private utility sector and is based in London, UK. This open procedure seeks services related to dredging and dry-docking, above the threshold for special utility regimes.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in marine engineering, particularly those experienced in dry docking and dredging services. With a stringent focus on technical and commercial evaluation criteria, companies that can demonstrate high-quality technical capabilities and competitive pricing are well-positioned to benefit. The open procurement method ensures fair and transparent competition, paving the way for businesses in the relevant sectors, including ship maintenance and repair, to establish or expand their presence in the maritime services industry. The procurement also encourages electronic submissions, accommodating bids from both national and international service providers.

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Notice Title

UKD Bluefin Dry Dock 2026

Notice Description

ABP require a one off contract to conduct the biennial dry dock of UK Dredgings UKD Bluefin dredger, with dry dock to commence early May 2026, to coincide with the vessel's MCA statutory certification.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065ee1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018166-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34513250 - Dredgers

50246100 - Dry-docking services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 26 Jun 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
ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2E 9ES
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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