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Works Contractor for VEHICLE INSPECTION FACILITY UPGRADE PROGRAMME (VIFUP) FOR THE REGULAR ESTATE - UK1

DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION

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05 Jun 2026 at 09:51

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation is the contracting authority overseeing the Vehicle Inspection Facility Upgrade Programme (VIFUP) for the Regular Estate in the UK. This initiative, currently in the planning stage, seeks to engage contractors for refurbishment and upgrade works across various Defence estate sites. The comprehensive programme is anticipated to begin from 1st October 2027 and conclude by 3rd October 2031, with the procurement communication expected on 5th April 2027. The procurement relates to the works industry category with a significant focus on buildings associated with transport, reflecting a programme value of approximately £110M, of which major refurbishments are estimated at £35M. Potential contract delivery methods include project-specific contracts, framework arrangements, or regional lots distributed across the UK, under the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) framework.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment, particularly those with experience in complex and diverse upgrade projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the programme considers the establishment of framework agreements or regional lots, promoting accessibility and competition. Businesses capable of adhering to the NEC4 ECC framework could gain from this extensive programme, paving the way for growth by securing significant contracts over a multiple-year period. With varied opportunities across the UK, this programme may particularly intrigue businesses aimed at expanding their presence and expertise in public sector infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Works Contractor for VEHICLE INSPECTION FACILITY UPGRADE PROGRAMME (VIFUP) FOR THE REGULAR ESTATE - UK1

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to engage Works Contractors to deliver refurbishment and upgrade works as part of the Vehicle Inspection Facility Upgrade Programme (VIFUP), a programmatic initiative to upgrade vehicle inspection facilities across the Defence estate. The overall programme is currently valued at approximately PS110M. Delivery will utilise a combination of existing contracts (e.g. PFIs and Regional Delivery frameworks) alongside the procurement of new contracts for major refurbishment works. The estimated value of these major refurbishments is currently approximately PS35M, with potential for further increase, and projects are geographically distributed across the UK. The scope of works is expected to include the refurbishment, upgrade, and potential reconfiguration of existing vehicle inspection facilities, which may vary in scale and complexity across sites. It is anticipated that works will be delivered using the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC), with further detail on contract options and mechanisms to be confirmed as the programme develops. The Authority is currently considering procurement and packaging options for delivery of the works. Potential approaches include: * Letting contracts on a project-specific basis; * Establishing programme or framework arrangements; and * Structuring delivery either on a site by site basis or through regional lots, reflecting the geographical spread of the programme.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae64
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053194-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45213300 - Buildings associated with transport

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Apr 202710 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2027 - 3 Oct 2031 4-5 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
Not specified
Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Whittington & Streethay
Westminster Constituency
Tamworth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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