This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

05 Jun 2026 at 10:04

TenderUpdate

17 Apr 2026 at 13:38

Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Kent and Medway Towns Fire Authority has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Fuel Management System," focusing on the installation and maintenance of fuel management systems at 17 locations. The recent contract award was announced on 5th June 2026, with Octane Holding Group Ltd selected as the supplier. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically involving fuels and vehicle refuelling services. The procurement method used was an open procedure, indicating transparency and widespread opportunity for competition. The contract period is set to begin on 23rd June 2026 and extend to 22nd June 2031, with a potential renewal for an additional five years. The project aims to securely manage data and enhance reporting capabilities, ensuring continuous support and maintenance throughout the contract's duration. The procurement process status is now complete.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in fuel management systems, software solutions, and maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in government contracts would find this open tender advantageous as it allows for broad participation. Companies that can demonstrate a strong capability in handling similar infrastructure and technology deployments can capitalise on such opportunities, as the contract involves not only implementation but also ongoing support and service provision, adding value to both the client and the service provider over the contract's life span.

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Notice Title

Fuel Management System

Notice Description

The Authority is awarding a contract for the supply, installation, and maintenance of a fuel management system across 17 sites. The contract includes the removal and disposal of existing fuel pumps and associated equipment, the supply and installation of new pumps and hardware, and the provision of supporting software with secure data access and reporting capabilities. The contractor will also provide ongoing maintenance, helpdesk support, on-site repair services, and annual servicing for the duration of the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0669d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053211-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

09100000 - Fuels

63712600 - Vehicle refuelling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 22 Jun 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT AND MEDWAY TOWNS FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6XB
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Tovil
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OCTANE HOLDING GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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