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title: "WC1400748 - 3Y Testing of Subsea Hoses"
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# WC1400748 - 3Y Testing of Subsea Hoses

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9800987b-5517-4266-8b26-dce2743526d8

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking tenders for the "WC1400748 - 3Y Testing of Subsea Hoses" project, focusing on subsea pipelines. The tender involves the retrieval, dismantling, maintenance, and reassembly of marine hoses at the Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot in Cyprus. Key dates include the Expression of Interest issue on 23 December 2024, with returns due by 13 January 2025, the Invitation to Tender on 20 January 2025, and the tender return due by 3 March 2025. The contract is anticipated to be awarded on 7 July 2025, with a contract period from 21 July 2025 to 18 August 2025. The project is valued at approximately £320,000, and it is suitable for SMEs.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in marine and subsea pipeline maintenance to enhance their portfolio by working with the Ministry of Defence. Companies with expertise in visual inspections, pressure and vacuum testing, elongation inspection, and continuity testing of marine hoses will find this project particularly suitable. Additionally, businesses that can handle complex logistics and project management required for overseas operations, especially in military zones like RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, are well-positioned to benefit. This project not only promises financial gain but also a prestigious addition to a company's credentials.

## Notice

The tender includes the following works: - Retrieval of the two strings, dismantling and delivery of the 16, 10M long marine hoses off site for maintenance in accordance with OCIMF; The maintenance will include the following: - Visual inspection - Pressure and vacuum testing of each individual hose - Elongation inspection - Continuity testing Re assembly of the two hoses and installation; Location: Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot (PSD), CYPRUS The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of Interest Issue Date: 23/12/24 - Expression of Interest Return: Date: 13/01/25 - Invitation to Tender: 20/01/25 - Tender Return Date: 03/03/25 - Contract award: 07/07/25 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Cyprus (British Forces, RAF Akrotiri). Additional information: ATTACHMENTS: 1. EOI (expression of interest) form 2. PQQ (pre-qualification questionnaire) form Both forms must be completed and returned by the interested tenderers 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/d29e530d-37f7-4a60-a320-3414e694c464 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Other |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2025 - 18 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £320,000 |
| 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

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44161410 - Subsea pipelines

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2024 at 08:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d29e530d-37f7-4a60-a320-3414e694c464

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d29e530d-37f7-4a60-a320-3414e694c464
  11th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/54e50077-eef4-49b0-bd6c-a39ddb0e9b68
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/17ca840b-4eb0-4b7d-a2b8-4456e93c718e
  n/a

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