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title: "Supply Chain Notice: WC1466994 - In Line Inspection of Cross Base Pipeline"
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# Supply Chain Notice: WC1466994 - In Line Inspection of Cross Base Pipeline

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0dd87e22-667b-4c6c-9a51-2f0e81c62efe

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking tenders for the In-Line Inspection (ILI) of the cross-base aviation fuel pipeline, coded WC1466994. This project is classified under primary works for services in the CPV scheme, and it involves inspecting a 5km main fuel pipeline and additional spurs measuring from 200m to 650m at the Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot in Cyprus. Key dates include the expression of interest issue date on 6th December 2024, return date on 13th December 2024, invitation to tender on 3rd January 2025, tender return date on 21st February 2025, and contract award date on 27th June 2025. The procurement stage is currently active, with a contract period from 11th July 2025 to 31st October 2025. The project's estimated value is £350,000, and the currency is Euro (€).

This tender opens significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in pipeline inspection and maintenance, particularly those experienced with carbon steel pipelines and aviation fuel dynamics. The limited procurement method offering competitive quotations below threshold makes it suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), enhancing their chances of securing a contract with the Ministry of Defence. Companies benefiting from reliability and quality control in industrial settings will find this opportunity aligned with their expertise.

## Notice

The tender includes the In Line Inspection (ILI) of the aviation fuel cross base pipeline. The pipeline consists of a 5km main line from the Petroleum Supply Depot (PSD) to the fist Bulk Fuel Installation BFI 1). The line also includes three additional spurs to BFIs 2, 3 and 4 which range from 200m to 650m. The pipeline characteristics are as follows: - Outside Diameter 168.28mm - Wall Thickness 7.112mm - Material Grade Carbon Steel - Internal Coating Unknown - External Coating 5mm Bitumen The line is used to transport Aviation Fuel with the following characteristics: - Dynamic Viscosity 0.0014Ns/m2 - Density 800kg/m3 - Bulk Modulus 1.13GN/m2 The inspection will be done with the presence of fuel in the pipeline. Location: Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot (PSD), CYPRUS The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of Interest Issue Date: 06/12/24 - Expression of Interest Return: Date: 13/12/24 - Invitation to Tender: 03/01/25 - Tender Return Date: 21/02/25 - Contract award: 27/06/25 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Cyprus (British Forces, RAF Akrotiri). Additional information: Work commencement and completion dates will be subject to MOD DIO's agreement, as they will be dictated by the Fuel Operating Authority to avoid Operational Restrictions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4fe9153-b2ed-4db3-b864-609d31071ac9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Jul 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B37 7ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG32 Solihull |
| Local authority | Solihull |
| Electoral ward | Bickenhill |
| Westminster constituency | Meriden and Solihull East |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111290 - Primary works for services

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2024 at 07:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4fe9153-b2ed-4db3-b864-609d31071ac9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4fe9153-b2ed-4db3-b864-609d31071ac9
  21st November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ecbfa240-7c49-4fef-835f-93517e7691ba
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f33efb85-4fdb-4643-ae65-ef3e338014de
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