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Planning

04 Jun 2026 at 16:06

Summary of the contracting process

The ENVIRONMENT AGENCY, operating as a sub-central government public authority, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Boston Barrier Operation & Maintenance." This procurement aims to ensure the long-term operation and maintenance of the Boston Barrier, a critical flood defence comprising over 100 individual assets, located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement is organised through a Competitive Flexible Procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. Interested parties should note that this process has been updated from a prior notice and is planned to start service on 4th January 2027, with an expected contract period running until 30th June 2032. Additional information and potential updates will be communicated electronically, with a future notice expected by 27th July 2026.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for growth within the flood-defence maintenance and engineering services sector. It is particularly suited to businesses experienced in construction consultancy services, engineering services, and repair and maintenance of electrical and mechanical installations. Additionally, enterprises providing construction management and consultative engineering are well-positioned to benefit. The process is designed to be inclusive of SMEs, promoting wider participation. The anticipated value of this procurement, set at £3.6 million gross, represents a significant business opportunity for those capable of meeting the technical and commercial requirements outlined in the procurement stages.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Boston Barrier Operation & Maintenance

Notice Description

This notice replaces prior notice 2025/S 000-024077 issued on 21/05/2025. The procurement is now being conducted as a Competitive Flexible Procedure in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The Boston Barrier comprises a group of over 100 individual assets including a radial gate flood barrier, which between them protect more than 14,000 residential properties and 800 commercial and community buildings. Since being active the barrier and associated assets have been operated and maintained under an NEC Term Service Contract. The current contract is expected to end in June 2027 and to ensure the continuing readiness of the gate and associated assets a new service contract for their long-term operation and maintenance is required. The Tender will be split into the following high-level stages: Stage One - Pre-Selection Stage. This will consist of the following requirements: * 1A: Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ), including Conditions of Participation (CoP). * 1B: A Mini-Technical Envelope (Scored), which will be used to down-select suppliers. Stage Two - Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage. This will likely include a site visit and will consist of the following requirements: * 2A: Quality Envelope (including Social Value) * 2B: Price (Commercial Envelope) (OPTIONAL) Stage Three - Final Clarification and Negotiation interviews and/or presentations. Full details of the Procurement Process and instructions will be detailed in the tender notice at the point of issue. Please note: The Authority may update or amend this Notice including dates which are subject to change. Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address. Tenders or requests to participate will need to be submitted electronically, this electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae16
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053054-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45246410 - Flood-defences maintenance works

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

71300000 - Engineering services

71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

71540000 - Construction management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2027 - 30 Jun 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Additional Buyers

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West 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
Not specified

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

Further Information

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