Planning

Fork lift trucks for the Port of Immingham

ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS

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Planning

31 Mar 2026 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

The upcoming procurement process by Associated British Ports is for the acquisition of fork lift trucks for the Port of Immingham. Associated British Ports, located at 25 Bedford Street, London, is engaging suppliers in the market engagement stage, scheduled to conclude on 30th April 2026. This procurement falls under the category of lifting and handling equipment, focusing specifically on forklift trucks. The process, currently in the planning stage, anticipates issuing a Request for Information that will shape the procurement strategy. Businesses have until 14th May 2026 to watch for future notices, and the contract is projected to commence on 1st November 2026.

This procurement presents an imperative opportunity for businesses specialising in lifting trucks, particularly for those in the utilities sector. The emphasis on fork lift trucks suggests potential growth and partnership opportunities for manufacturers and suppliers within the related industry in the region of Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. Small and medium-sized enterprises are deemed suitable to compete, making it an attractive proposition for local and innovative suppliers seeking to expand their market presence. By engaging directly with Associated British Ports, businesses can align themselves with a significant player in the private utility sector.

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Notice Title

Fork lift trucks for the Port of Immingham

Notice Description

Thank you for your interest in ABP's requirement for fork lift trucks for the Port of Immingham. ABP will be issuing a Request for Information, which will shape the procurement strategy.

Planning Information

Market Engagement Stage created via Associated British Ports E-Procurement Platform, inviting RFIs to be completed and returned

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0679c6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029910-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment

42415000 - Forklift trucks, works trucks, railway-station platforms tractors

42415100 - Lifting trucks

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 May 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Dec 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
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
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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