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title: "Supply Chain Notice: WC1368577 / IMS No: 1374427 - AYN- CIDP Tool: 109995- Provision of Lightning Protection System - Trenchard & Mercury Barracks HSW areas"
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# Supply Chain Notice: WC1368577 / IMS No: 1374427 - AYN- CIDP Tool: 109995- Provision of Lightning Protection System - Trenchard & Mercury Barracks HSW areas

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b9e43b94-5347-48ae-8eae-82084e9bc18c

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking tenders for the Provision of a Lightning Protection System for Trenchard & Mercury Barracks, Ayios Nikolaos, Cyprus. This procurement falls under the "works" category within the construction industry, specifically "Lightning-protection equipment" (CPV: 31216100). The key dates for the tender process include the expression of interest on 20th December 2024, with submissions due by 17th January 2025. The invitation to tender will be issued on 3rd February 2025, with a tender return date set for 24th March 2025. The contract award date is planned for 25th July 2025, with the work commencing on 11th September 2025 and completing by 15th January 2026. The project is valued at approximately €450,000, and will be conducted in a high-security works area, requiring specific security clearances for all personnel involved.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in lightning protection systems and construction works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. Companies with experience in high-security infrastructure projects, particularly those already familiar with working under Ministry of Defence regulations, will be well-suited to compete. The requirement for valid security passes and the need for personnel to be escorted on-site ensures a controlled and secure working environment, suitable for firms with the capability to meet stringent security standards.

## Notice

WC1368577 / IMS No: 1374427 - AYN- CIDP Tool: 109995- Provision of Lightning Protection System - Trenchard & Mercury Barracks HSW areas * Please provide a detailed description of the notice you are adding: The project involves the installation of lightning protection system to approximately 15 buildings and structures within Ayios Nikolaos HSW (High Security Works) areas, including horizontal and vertical conductors, earthing boreholes and air termination systems. The work shall also include all necessary excavations and reinstatement of the affected areas to connect new systems to existing facilities. Access to HSW areas have several restrictions that should be complied with as follows: All persons entering these areas should have a valid security pass. Such pass can only be provided to Greek Cypriots, Turkish Cypriots or UK nationals. Persons working on site will be escorted throughout the duration of the project No mobile phones or other electronic devices will be permitted on site during the works. The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: Expression of interest: 20/12/24 Expression of interest return: 17/1/25 Invitation to Tender: 3/2/25 Tender Return Date: 24/3/25 Contract award: 25/7/25 Commencement of work: 11/9/25 Completion of work: 15/1/26 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Cyprus (British Forces, Ayios Nikolaos) Additional information: Work commencement and completion dates will be subject to MOD DIO's agreement, as they will be dictated by the Operating Authority to avoid Operational Restrictions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5533be61-348a-41a1-9797-04721e6d9bd0 |
| 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 | 3 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Sep 2025 - 1 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000 |
| 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

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31216100 - Lightning-protection equipment

## Release History

- 3 Dec 2024 at 13:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5533be61-348a-41a1-9797-04721e6d9bd0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5533be61-348a-41a1-9797-04721e6d9bd0
  3rd December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/59f391cc-7998-4efd-9c3f-3ba8e7ab6f46
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/22283f2f-0002-4ed7-be4b-7bc044fc0978
  n/a

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