--- title: "WC1780891 - INSTALLATION OF A HOT FIRE TRAINING SIMULATOR, AKROTIRI" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-21e082a6-9ee4-4ad6-a82e-f1a31afa09f8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-21e082a6-9ee4-4ad6-a82e-f1a31afa09f8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-21e082a6-9ee4-4ad6-a82e-f1a31afa09f8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-21e082a6-9ee4-4ad6-a82e-f1a31afa09f8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2024-07-08" --- # WC1780891 - INSTALLATION OF A HOT FIRE TRAINING SIMULATOR, AKROTIRI Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-21e082a6-9ee4-4ad6-a82e-f1a31afa09f8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-21e082a6-9ee4-4ad6-a82e-f1a31afa09f8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-21e082a6-9ee4-4ad6-a82e-f1a31afa09f8.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence is seeking tenders for the installation of a hot fire training simulator at RAF Akrotiri in Akrotiri, Cyprus. The project involves various construction works, including building a concrete plinth, laying access roads, and installing electrical and gas systems. Key tender dates include the tender return date on Thursday 8th August 2024 and the contract award on Tuesday 22nd October 2024. The procurement method is NEC3 for OPC Cyprus, and the project falls under the works category. This tender offers business growth opportunities for companies specialised in construction, electrical installations, and landscaping. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete, given the project's scope and the Ministry of Defence's focus on inviting tenders from diverse suppliers. The project's location in Akrotiri, Cyprus, and the specific technical requirements make it suitable for businesses with experience in similar military infrastructure projects. ## Notice The scope of work for the project encompasses the enabling works to support the new Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) simulator at RAF Akrotiri (AKI), in accordance with the simulator de-sign drawings and specifications. Principal elements of the works include: Construction of a Concrete Plinth/Hardstanding Construction of a Filter Trench (French Drain) Laying of Bituminous Macadam Access Road Installation of Ground Waste Tanks and Monitoring Chamber Landscaping Work Construction of a Substation complete with the supply and installation of a New 315 kVA Transformer, new Ring Main Unit (RMU) and 6-Way 800A Feeder Pillar. Supply and Installation of a new 3C70mm2 XLPE/SWA/PVC underground HV Electrical Ca-ble and 2No 20 pair control cables to connect the new substation to the existing ring pow-er network. Construction of a New LPG Compound complete with 1no X 5000 Litre LPG Vessel and as-sociated pipework and fittings. Construction of a purpose made steel framed Enclosure complete with a Pressurising Sys-tem with submersible pumps, filter, pipework, fittings, accessories, and controls. Installation of small power, lighting and emergency lighting inside new substation and pumping station enclosure. Provision of electrical power to mechanical equipment. Provision of earthing installation for the new Substation, LPG compound and Simulator. The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of interest: Wednesday 26th June 2024 - Expression of interest return: Wednesday 10th July 2024 - Invitation to Tender: Thursday 11th July 2024 - Tender Return Date: Thursday 8th August 2024 - Contract award: Tuesday 22nd October 2024 - Commencement of work: Wednesday 23rd October 2024 - Completion of work: Friday 17th October 2025 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Akrotiri, Cyprus (British Forces). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f538517-7a61-49fe-9ada-e67e4980f1d0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - NEC3 for OPC Cyprus | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Jul 2024 | | Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Oct 2024 - 17 Oct 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,100,000 | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45223720 - Petrol/gas stations construction work ## Release History - 8 Jul 2024 at 10:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f538517-7a61-49fe-9ada-e67e4980f1d0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f538517-7a61-49fe-9ada-e67e4980f1d0 8th July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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