Award

Supply of Fuel and Associated Services at Oban Airport

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Award

03 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Tender

21 Aug 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Argyll and Bute Council targets the supply of aviation fuel and associated services at Oban Airport, located in the UK region UKM63. This contract, valued at £440,235, has been awarded to TotalEnergies MarketingUK Ltd and involves the delivery of quality Avgas fuel and compliant refuelling equipment to Oban. Commenced as a tender process with an open procedure, this procurement is classified under the goods category and is aligned with general public services. The tender period concluded on 22nd September 2025, and the contract commenced on 3rd March 2026. This contract also includes provisions for additional future offerings like JET-A1 fuel, highlighting the opportunity for suppliers to expand their service range at Oban Airport, and could potentially extend for up to seven years.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses involved in fuel refinement and distribution, particularly those specialising in aviation gasoline 100LL. Companies with expertise in delivering compliant refuelling equipment and meeting aviation standards can benefit significantly, specifically large-scale enterprises or SMEs seeking expansion within the aviation sector. With an emphasis on compliance with CAA and environmental regulations, there is potential for business growth through collaboration on initiatives to increase fuel sales at Oban Airport. Suppliers capable of offering consistent on-demand delivery and maintenance services are likely to find this contract beneficial for establishing a robust presence in the aviation refuelling market.

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Notice Title

Supply of Fuel and Associated Services at Oban Airport

Notice Description

The Council on behalf of Oban Airport, is requesting proposals from aviation gasoline 100LL (Avgas) refiners and refinery authorised distributors of 100LL Avgas, to supply fuel and related support services for Oban Airport.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply quality Avgas fuel meeting ASTM D 910 and DEF STAN 91-90 international standards, delivered to Oban Airport on demand within an agreed timescale, including during adverse weather conditions, industrial strikes etc. Supply quality and certified aviation refuelling equipment to allow fuel to be dispensed to aircraft by Oban Airport staff safely and efficiently. Supply back-up refuelling equipment on an ad hoc basis at peak times or during times when primary equipment is being maintained or repaired. Compliance with CAA and environmental regulations, using JIG industry standards as best practice in the delivery of Goods and Services under this Contract. Provide full maintenance and certification of Avgas fuel storage and refuelling equipment on site to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards, including the 6 monthly maintenance of the static Tank with a capacity of 40,000 litres. This will include on-going calibration of all metering equipment on site from fuel tanker and delivery pumps. All routine and any necessary corrective or reactive maintenance services to the static Tank throughout the duration of the Contract. All maintenance is to be undertaken on site timed by agreement with the Airport Station Manager and managed to minimise impact on the operation of the Airport. The Contractor will provide corrective maintenance for the duration of this Contract on a next working day, Office Hours basis. Provide training to Oban Airport staff on Avgas fuel storage and handling to regulatory or industry best practice standards on an on-going basis to maintain competence. Audit the storage and handling of Avgas at Oban Airport to ensure regulatory compliance. Provide relevant hardware and software solutions to enable online ordering and to provide management information and recording tools on the ordering, delivery and onward supply of Avgas fuel. Work with Oban Airport on initiatives to increase Avgas fuel sales at Oban Airport, through initiatives to increase both price and volume.

Options: The Council are aware of the increasing number of light GA Aircraft that use unleaded fuel including JET-A1. The provision of JET-A1 fuel is not included within this current Specification, however the Council would invite Tenderers (on an optional basis) to offer to supply JET-A1 fuel at a future date and on a consignment stock basis.

Renewal: Two further (one plus one) year options to extent, subject to satisfactory performance of the Contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000807826
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550756
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09100000 - Fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£440,235 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Between five and seven years from award

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TOTALENERGIES MARKETINGUK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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