Planning

DM Gosport Waterfront Munitions Handling Facility (WMHF) Bedenham Pier - Works Contractor

DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION

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Planning

18 May 2026 at 14:35

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the project titled "DM Gosport Waterfront Munitions Handling Facility (WMHF) Bedenham Pier - Works Contractor". This procurement falls under the category of pier construction work and is considered a part of central government public authority initiatives. Located at Lichfield, UK, this selective procurement is valued gross at £144 million and aims for a contract period starting on the 27th of September, 2027, to the 30th of December, 2033. The process will offer opportunities under a competitive framework, in line with MOD and industry standards.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for construction companies specialising in marine infrastructure, particularly those with experience in pier construction and modern infrastructure development. As a selective process, it is well-suited for established businesses that meet specific legal and operational standards required for government projects, offering the chance to contribute to a substantial and long-term venture. The project also focuses on improving operational safety and resilience to sea-level rise, making it an attractive opportunity for innovative companies focused on sustainable development solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DM Gosport Waterfront Munitions Handling Facility (WMHF) Bedenham Pier - Works Contractor

Notice Description

The project will replace the existing pier with a new structure. This will enable the existing operations to continue on the new pier and provide an enduring capability. It will improve the safety of the operations by providing fixed cranes and modern infrastructure compliant with MOD and industry standards. It will provide increased resilience to sea level rise.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069b25
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045424-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45241300 - Pier construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Sep 2027 - 30 Dec 2033 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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