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title: "Supply of Ground Fuels to British Forces Cyprus"
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# Supply of Ground Fuels to British Forces Cyprus

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-215984b1-595e-4303-94f9-4b617433aa25

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the "Supply of Ground Fuels to British Forces Cyprus," an initiative classified under the industry category of petroleum and distillates. This contract, identified with an award on 2 April 2025, involves the delivery of various fuel types, including automotive diesel and jet fuel, to locations throughout British Forces Cyprus. The process followed an open procurement method above the threshold, facilitating transparency and competition. The contract, valued at £7,845,915.51, spans from 2 April 2025 to 1 April 2030, aiming to meet the high standards of the British Forces. Supplier access to tender documents required specific security measures due to the awarded contract's 'Official-Sensitive' status. The project is based in multiple locations, including the British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom, emphasizing logistical efficiency within the stipulated period.

For businesses specializing in petroleum products, this tender represents a substantial opportunity to establish or enhance their presence in the defence sector, particularly given the five-year timeline of the contract. Large-scale suppliers with proven capabilities in fuel logistics and storage are particularly well-suited to capitalise on this opportunity. The low cyber risk rating and specific industry standards offer assurance for companies with robust security and compliance frameworks in place. The absence of requirements for ISO 9001 & 14001 certifications broadens the participation scope, potentially welcoming a more varied pool of bidders. Successful engagement in such a contract could accelerate company growth through sustained government collaboration and increased market credibility.

## Notice

The delivery of ground fuels throughout British Forces Cyprus (BFC) locations. - Bulk Automotive Diesel (MT Diesel) - General Purpose to BS EN 590:2013 specification standard of equivalent - Bulk Fuel Oils for Domestic & Industrial Engines and Boiler (Fuel Furnace Oil - Gas Oil) to BS 2869:2010 specification standard or European equivalent - (NATO F-35) Jet-A1 British MOD Def Stan 91-091 (or latest issue) for Jet-A1, and ASTM D1655-08A for Jet-A1 Requesting station locations and estimated annual volumetric requirements are held within the tender documents. As this requirement is listed as OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE, suppliers must request access to the tender event on the Defence Sourcing Portal. Access can be requesting by emailing UKStratCom-Comrcl-BFC@mod.gov.uk. On requesting access suppliers must confirm that they have sufficient security measures in place to handle processing OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE data. The Cyber Risk Rating for this requirement is 'Very Low', Suppliers wishing to tender should submit their cyber returns as soon as possible in the tendering process and note any required actions following return of their cyber submission. Please note the PIN linked to this event highlighted the requirement for ISO's 9001 & 14001. These ISO's are not required to participate in this competition. Project specific standards are held within the tender documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c3994c5-fdab-46fa-91cc-e5cc68ab48a1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2025 - 1 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,845,915 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,845,915 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | EPISKOPI |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EKO CYPRUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 09130000 - Petroleum and distillates

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2025 at 15:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c3994c5-fdab-46fa-91cc-e5cc68ab48a1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c3994c5-fdab-46fa-91cc-e5cc68ab48a1
  23rd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c2c47458-34f5-45ed-b457-a4eb79d37a60
  n/a

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