--- title: "Supply Chain Notice: WAT0097 Telehandler Replacement QEC Berth Portsmouth Naval Base" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3be84dd0-91f9-4733-a2bd-93b688209cde" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3be84dd0-91f9-4733-a2bd-93b688209cde" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3be84dd0-91f9-4733-a2bd-93b688209cde.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3be84dd0-91f9-4733-a2bd-93b688209cde.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE" published: "2023-07-14" --- # Supply Chain Notice: WAT0097 Telehandler Replacement QEC Berth Portsmouth Naval Base Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3be84dd0-91f9-4733-a2bd-93b688209cde [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3be84dd0-91f9-4733-a2bd-93b688209cde) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3be84dd0-91f9-4733-a2bd-93b688209cde.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence, acting as the buying organisation, has initiated a tender process for the "Supply Chain Notice: WAT0097 Telehandler Replacement QEC Berth Portsmouth Naval Base" in the Lifting Trucks industry category. The procurement is at the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for July 21, 2023. The project is located at HM Naval Base Portsmouth in the South East region of England. Interested suppliers are required to adhere to specific security and insurance requirements outlined by KBS Maritime, a joint venture between KBR and BAE Systems. The tender presents an opportunity to supply 4 telehandlers meeting detailed technical specifications, with an approximate value of £1.7m. SMEs are considered suitable for this opportunity. This procurement process for telehandlers replacement at Portsmouth Naval Base offers business growth opportunities for suppliers capable of meeting the outlined requirements. Businesses dealing with lifting trucks, construction equipment, and maritime operations may find this tender particularly well-suited to their expertise. The Ministry of Defence's engagement in this project signifies a commitment to modernizing the Naval Base infrastructure and investing in fleet support capabilities. Interested parties should contact KBS Maritime for further details and express their interest to participate in the upcoming tender procedures, which may include pre-qualification assessments or invitations to tender. ## Notice Project location HM Naval Base Portsmouth The Contractor shall be expected to adhere by the HMNB site security requirements, all Contractors and Sub-Contractors shall be BPSS security vetted and will be required to hold the relevant site security passes. The Contractor shall be expected to hold the following levels of insurance PS10m Public Liability, PS10m Product Liability, PS5m Professional Indemnity. KBS Maritime - Introduction KBS Maritime is a joint venture between KBR and BAE Systems, bringing together two global players with a rich heritage of delivering excellence, innovation and reliability. The joint venture will combine the expertise of KBR as a global leader in infrastructure asset management and services with BAE Systems' experience and capability within Portsmouth Naval Base. KBS Maritime are delivering an ambitious, modern and enduring change to the Portsmouth Naval base infrastructure, securing investment in the local community and ensuring fit-for-purpose, world-leading fleet support for the Royal Navy and the UK in the decades ahead. Project Background KBS Maritime have a requirement to replace 4 telehandlers which have reached the end of their life with new assets to support the future operations of the Naval Base. These will potentially be purchased 2 in the current year financial year (end 31/03/24) and 2 in the following year (end 31/03/25) Supply 4 x telehandler with maximum lift capability within the below constraints. 1. Shall be capable of running on HVO and diesel fuel 2. Shall comply with JSP 482 and JSP 467 to enable telehandlers to be used for transporting explosive materials. 3. Shall be rotary design 4. Minimum reach of telescopic boom 32m 5. Minimum lifting weight at fully extended boom 250kg 6. Maximum axel weight of 16.5 tons (driving Weight) 7. Maximum vehicle weight (2 x axel Vehicle) 33 tons 8. Paint finish shall be corrosion resistant to give extended protection in marine environment operating area. 9. Shall be capable of operation from remote control unit. 10. Cab shall include cameras to aid operator visibility of load being lifted. 11. All equipment shall be tested by manufacturer prior to delivery. Documented evidence of testing shall be provided as well as the Declaration of Conformity and LOLER certificate 12. The supplier shall undertake training of operation and maintenance staff including operator familiarisation and maintainer training Additional equipment 1. A set of ground pads to reduce ground load to less than 10 ton/sqm 2. Fixed lifting Hook 3. Set of lifting folks 4. Winch Approximate Value per Telehandler is PS430k. Total for 4 off : PS1.7m KBS Goods Supply Contract will be applicable to this project (this will be made available at ITT stage) Additional information: : If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact KBS Maritime at Tenders@kbsmaritime.com quoting - WAT0097 Telehandler Replacement QEC Berth Portsmouth Naval Base in the email subject title to express interest. Once the notice has closed, suppliers will be invited to Pre-Qualify and/or Invited to Tender. Open or restricted tender procedure will be dependent on the number of expressions of interest received. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/857f96e9-4208-4219-8d9a-ca8f7d704869 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jul 2023 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 21 Jul 2023 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE | | Locality | PORTSMOUTH | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO1 3NH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Charles Dickens | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42415100 - Lifting trucks ## Release History - 14 Jul 2023 at 08:31 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/857f96e9-4208-4219-8d9a-ca8f7d704869 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/857f96e9-4208-4219-8d9a-ca8f7d704869 14th July 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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