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Woolwich Ferry Fuel Supply by Barge and Road Tanker

Transport for London

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

11 Aug 2026 at 17:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

15 Jun 2026 at 09:35

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

09 Jun 2026 at 15:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London is procuring the supply and delivery of ultra-low-sulfur diesel for the Woolwich Ferry. The service covers fuel deliveries by barge and road tanker to ferry vessels at the North and South Woolwich terminals in London, supporting daily cross-river operations and business resilience. The requirement combines diesel fuel supply with associated transport and delivery services. Deliveries must be timely and dependable, with the supplier completing required documentation and reporting. The work also includes appropriate safety, health and environmental controls, including environmental protection and pollution prevention. The service is classified primarily as goods, with related transport services, and is subject to the utilities regime. Suppliers must support fuel continuity throughout the ferry service’s operating requirements.

The procurement has reached tender: TfL invited offers through an open procedure, with electronic participation and tender responses via its SAP Ariba e-tendering portal. Enquiries had to be submitted by 28 August 2026 at 5pm, and tender responses by 8 September 2026 at 1pm. The contract is planned to run from 1 November 2026 to 30 October 2028, with an option for TfL to extend it by up to two years, to 30 October 2030. The estimated value is £3.7m excluding VAT, or £4.44m including VAT. Price and commercial factors carry 60% of the evaluation, while technical questions carry 40%. The required fuel type was amended from low-sulphur distillate oil to ultra-low-sulfur diesel.

This opportunity suits fuel suppliers and specialist fuel logistics operators able to provide marine fuel safely and reliably by both barge and road tanker. Bidders need experience coordinating deliveries to vessels and terminals, maintaining continuity for a daily passenger ferry service, and managing operational requirements across the North and South Woolwich terminals. Strong arrangements for scheduling, documentation, reporting and business resilience will be important. The successful supplier must work in accordance with applicable legislation, industry standards, Port of London Authority and Maritime and Coastguard Agency requirements, as well as TfL policies and procedures. Relevant capability in marine fuel handling, pollution prevention, environmental protection, and safety, health and environmental control will be central to delivering the service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Woolwich Ferry Fuel Supply by Barge and Road Tanker

Notice Description

Transport for London (TfL) seeks a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to provide a safe, reliable, and compliant marine fuel delivery service for the Woolwich Ferry. The service comprises the supply and delivery of fuel by barge and road tanker to the Woolwich Ferry vessels at the North and South Woolwich terminals, ensuring continuity of ferry operations and business resilience. The Supplier shall carry out all fuel deliveries in accordance with applicable legislation, industry standards, Port of London Authority (PLA) and Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) requirements, and TfL policies and procedures, including environmental protection and pollution prevention obligations. The service includes the timely delivery of fuel, completion of all required documentation and reporting, and the implementation of appropriate safety, health, and environmental controls to protect personnel, assets, and the surrounding environment. The Woolwich Ferry operates daily and provides a vital cross-river transport service. The Supplier will be required to maintain a dependable fuel supply arrangement that supports the operational requirements of the ferry service throughout the contract term and any potential extension periods.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: TfL retains the right to extend the contract by up to a further 2years, at its discretion.

Planning Information

TfL invites interested suppliers to complete a Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ). Please contact HemalPatel@tfl.gov.uk for a copy of the MSQ for completion. The deadline for MSQ submission is Monday 22nd June by 5pm. TfL reserves the right to run 1-2-1 sessions with suppliers who complete the MSQ to further explore and understand the responses provided.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b10f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076430-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

09134200 - Diesel fuel

09134210 - Diesel fuel (0,2)

09134220 - Diesel fuel (EN 590)

09134230 - Biodiesel

09134231 - Biodiesel (B20)

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,700,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
29 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 30 Oct 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2030-04-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Transport for London
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London, TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

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