Tender

Replace Data Cable from Console to Targets at Inverness TC

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

01 Jun 2026 at 15:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is seeking to procure services for the replacement of data cables connecting consoles to targets at Inverness Training Centre. This contract falls under the industry category of 'Electrical wiring work' with additional components involving earthmoving and trench-digging work. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions on 9th June 2026. The project is located in Inverness, UK, and is classified under 'works' for main procurement. The procurement method is selective with a restricted process, requiring electronic submissions via an e-Tendering system.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical installations and earthworks, particularly those capable of performing precise excavations and installations on training facilities. Companies experienced in military or similar high-security projects may find this contract beneficial for expanding their portfolio within government contracts. The Ministry of Defence's requirement for suitability criteria highlights the opportunity for businesses that can demonstrate their capabilities and secure pre-qualification to leverage their expertise into public sector work, fostering business growth through strategic engagement with defence infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Replace Data Cable from Console to Targets at Inverness TC

Notice Description

The installation of new Data cables to an existing electronic target system and electrical supply on our MOD Training Ranges at Fort George, Inverness

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aac3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051578-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112000 - Excavating and earthmoving work

45112100 - Trench-digging work

45112400 - Excavating work

45112500 - Earthmoving work

45311100 - Electrical wiring work

45315300 - Electricity supply installations

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
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
ROSYTH
Postcode
KY11 2BL
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Rosyth
Westminster Constituency
Dunfermline and Dollar

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