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26 Jun 2026 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Transport UK East Midlands Limited involves the provision of Bulk Fuel Supplies to their depots located in Derby, Nottingham, and London. The tender is part of the broader Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, relevant to the utilities sector. The buyer, Transport UK East Midlands Limited, will run the procurement up until potential transfer to a Successor Operator. The industry category is focused on gas oils, particularly Gas Oil to BS EN590 Gas Oil A2 (Red Diesel), with an estimated annual volume of 47,706,000 litres. Key deadlines include the expression of interest closing on 27 July 2026 and the potential awarding of contracts by 28 September 2026. Contracts are planned for an initial period of 48 months, with a possibility for extension, reinforcing commitment to a long-term supply partnership.

This tender presents substantive opportunities for businesses specializing in large-scale fuel supply and logistics, offering a substantial gross value of approximately £274 million GBP. Companies showcasing robust capabilities in efficient supply chain management, competitive pricing, and quality customer support and account management services are well-positioned to compete. The procurement process is selectively managed, employing stages from submission of a detailed Procurement Specific Questionnaire to an Invitation to Negotiate. Success in securing the contract could provide significant business growth, particularly for enterprises capable of managing high-volume fuel logistics and aligning with EMR's technical and commercial expectations. Interested parties should ensure comprehensive submissions to meet the stated criteria and milestones.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Bulk Fuel Supplies for Transport UK East Midlands Limited

Notice Description

Transport UK East Midlands Limited (EMR) is running this procurement for the provision of Bulk Fuel Supplies to three depot locations referred to below and in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 using the Competitive Flexible Procedure. a) Etches Park Depot, Derby; b) Eastcroft Depot, Nottingham; c) Cricklewood Depot, Cricklewood. The combined estimated annual volume of product is 47,706,000 litres - Gas Oil to BS EN590 Gas Oil A2 (Red Diesel). EMR proposes to enter into one or more contract(s) with the successful Tenderer(s) for an initial period of 48 months and an extension option for a further period of 12 months, for a maximum potential period of 24 months i.e. 2 x 12 month extension periods. This procurement process is being advertised and run by EMR on its own behalf and on behalf of the successor operator of the rail passenger transport services in respect of the East Midlands area. That successor operator will be a public sector company, is expected to be a wholly owned subsidiary of DfT Operator Limited and will be ultimately owned by the Secretary of State for Transport (the "Successor Operator"). The date for transfer of the current operations to the Successor Operator is not yet confirmed. Where the transfer is completed before Contract award under this Procurement process, the Successor Operator may elect (but will not be obliged) to carry on with this Procurement process in place of EMR, by taking on the role of contracting entity from the date of completion of the transfer (with all other Procurement documents to be interpreted accordingly). Where the transfer is not yet completed by the time of Contract award, contractual rights may be included in the contractual arrangements to enable transfer to the Successor Operator. Tenderers should note that this procurement process (if ongoing), or any awarded Contract, may be included in a transfer scheme made by the Secretary of State under section 12 of the Railways Act 2005, or the transfer may be affected outside of, or separate from, such a scheme. Where a Successor Operator is appointed during this Procurement process, and the Procurement is transferred to the Successor Operator, the Successor Operator reserves the right to administer this Procurement in a different way, for example by using different or revised submission arrangements, including extending any timescales. For the avoidance of doubt, EMR is the procuring authority in respect of this Procurement until a transfer to the Successor Operator is completed. EMR or any Successor Operator will not be liable for any bid costs, expenditure, work or effort incurred by a Tenderer in proceeding with or participating in this Procurement, including if the Procurement process is terminated or amended by EMR or any Successor Operator. FPA Consulting Limited (hereinafter referenced as FPA) has been employed by EMR to act as procurement consultant and advisor to EMR for this procurement. In the event of a contract award, the successful Bidder will enter into direct contract with EMR and not FPA.

Lot Information

Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel to Etches Park Depot, Derby, DE24 8BS

Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel to Etches Park Depot, Derby, DE24 8BS. Product Specification: Gas Oil to BS EN590 Gas Oil A2 (Red Diesel) Estimated annual volume of product - 30,368,000 litres.

Renewal: EMR proposes to enter into one or more contract(s) with the successful Tenderer(s) for an initial period of 48 months and an extension option for a further period of 12 months, for a maximum potential period of 24 months i.e. 2 x 12 month extension periods.

Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel to Eastcroft Depot, Nottingham, NG2 3AH.

Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel to Eastcroft Depot, Nottingham, NG2 3AH. Product Specification: Gas Oil to BS EN590 Gas Oil A2 (Red Diesel) Estimated annual volume of product - 11,338,000 litres.

Renewal: EMR proposes to enter into one or more contract(s) with the successful Tenderer(s) for an initial period of 48 months and an extension option for a further period of 12 months, for a maximum potential period of 24 months i.e. 2 x 12 month extension periods.

Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel to Cricklewood Depot, London, NW2 1BX.

Supply and Delivery of Bulk Fuel to Cricklewood Depot, London, NW2 1BX. Product Specification: Gas Oil to BS EN590 Gas Oil A2 (Red Diesel) Estimated annual volume of product - 6,000,000 litres.

Renewal: EMR proposes to enter into one or more contract(s) with the successful Tenderer(s) for an initial period of 48 months and an extension option for a further period of 12 months, for a maximum potential period of 24 months i.e. 2 x 12 month extension periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06be6a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060433-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible 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


CPV Codes

09134000 - Gas oils

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£274,786,560 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£274,786,560 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Oct 2026 - 21 Oct 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT UK EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED
Additional Buyers

FPA CONSULTING LIMITED

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
EC4A 3AG
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF11 Derby, TLF14 Nottingham, TLI7 Outer London - West and North West

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Mackworth & New Zealand
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

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