Planning

Fountain Lake Jetty - Main works contract

DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION

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Planning

15 May 2026 at 11:51

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Fountain Lake Jetty - Main works contract" is currently in the planning stage, with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation acting as the buying organisation. Located in the UK, specifically in the UKJ31 region, this project pertains to the works category, focusing on marine installations. The tender aims to reconstruct the Fountain Lake Jetty in support of the Royal Navy's new fleet. A key date to note includes the future notice planned for publication by 31st August 2026, marking a significant step in the tender process. The contract period is set from 28th February 2027 to 30th November 2035.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in large-scale construction and marine infrastructure projects. Companies with expertise in demolition, piling, dredging, and maritime construction services would be well-suited to compete, especially those familiar with replacing aging marine structures. Additionally, enterprises capable of managing comprehensive infrastructure improvements such as utility replacements and flood defence work will find this project advantageous for business growth. Such ventures allow companies to establish or expand their presence in public sector procurement, aligning with central government needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fountain Lake Jetty - Main works contract

Notice Description

Project Need * Fountain Lake Jetty (FLJ) was constructed circa 1950/60 for the Royal Navy's escort and supporting vessel fleet. * It provides key tidal berths at the perimeter of the designated Fleet Time Maintenance Hub. * Now at the end of its life, FLJ requires replacement to support the new fleet of escorts that are vital to support the Carrier Strike Group. The new vessels are larger than their predecessors. * Fleet operations initially require two tidal maintenance berths on FLJ increasing to three at completion. Project Description Demolition. * Fountain Lake Jetty is approx. 660m long / 42m wide. The main construction activities include: o o o o o o Replacement piled jetty. Dredging (berth pocket and approaches). Replacement buildings. Replacement of all supporting services (water, power, comms etc). Flood defence works.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0699ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044885-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45244100 - Marine installations

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Aug 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Feb 2027 - 30 Nov 2035 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LICHFIELD
Postcode
WS14 9PY
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Whittington & Streethay
Westminster Constituency
Tamworth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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