Planning

Supply of white fleet vehicle spare parts, oils, lubricants, and associated tools for British Forces South Atlantic Islands

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

20 May 2026 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Supply of white fleet vehicle spare parts, oils, lubricants, and associated tools for British Forces South Atlantic Islands." This tender pertains to the goods industry category and involves locations such as the Falkland Islands and Ascension Island. The process seeks to establish a catalogue-based agreement supporting the service and maintenance of various vehicles, including those by manufacturers like INEOS, Ford, and Mercedes. Potential suppliers are invited to engage with the Cyber and Specialist Operations Command by 21 June 2026, to discuss product ranges and market capabilities, along with pricing and logistics.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle parts, oils, lubricants, and mechanical tools. SMEs, in particular, are encouraged to participate, as the contract allows for engaging with original and approved non-OEM parts, as well as demanding subject matter expertise for diagnostics. Businesses that can ensure compliance with UK, EU, and Falkland Islands standards will find this opportunity beneficial for enhancing their market presence and growth within the Defence sector. With a substantial procurement value outlined, this tender is well-suited for entities capable of managing large-scale supply and support operations over a multi-year period.

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Notice Title

Supply of white fleet vehicle spare parts, oils, lubricants, and associated tools for British Forces South Atlantic Islands

Notice Description

British Forces South Atlantic Islands (BFSAI) operates a white fleet of light, specialist, heavy, and electric vehicles operating in remote environments (Falkland Islands and Ascension Island). In order to support the service and maintenance of these vehicles, BFSAI seeks suppliers to provide vehicle spare parts, oils, lubricants, ancillaries, and specialist tools. The fleet includes - but is not limited to - vehicles from manufactures: INEOS, Ford, KIA, Mercedes, Nissan (EV), Maxus (EV), Yutong and Writebus. BFSAI wishes to establish a catalogue-based agreement for the provision of OEM and approved non-OEM parts, oils, lubricants, ancillaries and specialist tools. Additionally, there is a requirement for support from Subject Matter Experts for support with diagnostics. Suppliers will need to comply with all UK, EU and Falkland Islands standards and package products in compliance with Defence Logistics Policy.

Planning Information

Cyber and Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) Commercial invites engagement from potential suppliers to gauge interest and assess the market landscape. Key areas of engagement shall cover product range and availability, nature of subject matter expert support, logistical considerations with regards to delivery to Authority sites, and how potential suppliers may price for the availability of parts.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069db1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046490-2026
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

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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

09211000 - Lubricating oils and lubricating agents

34300000 - Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines

34310000 - Engines and engine parts

34320000 - Mechanical spare parts except engines and engine parts

34330000 - Spare parts for goods vehicles, vans and cars

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,725,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Jun 20265 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

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