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title: "GB-Aultbea: OFD Loch Ewe - Tanks 5 & 6 Refurbishsment - Preparation, Blasting & Lining"
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# GB-Aultbea: OFD Loch Ewe - Tanks 5 & 6 Refurbishsment - Preparation, Blasting & Lining

Buyer: THE OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d5b78437-feae-41de-917f-8d3b3d186a46

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by The Oil and Pipelines Agency for the refurbishment of Tanks 5 & 6 at OFD Loch Ewe, with the title "GB-Aultbea: OFD Loch Ewe - Tanks 5 & 6 Refurbishment - Preparation, Blasting & Lining." This project falls under the category of works, specifically related to oil-storage tanks, and the tender is open for submissions until 22 October 2018. The estimated contract value is £500,000, with a minimum value of £100,000, and the contract is expected to commence on 26 November 2018, concluding on 25 February 2019. The procurement method used is the open procedure, allowing broad participation.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as the contracting authority has indicated a suitability for such economic operators. Businesses specialising in construction, refurbishment, and engineering services, particularly those with experience in handling oil-storage facilities and similar projects, would be well-placed to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project could enhance their portfolios and foster further business growth in the public sector.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 17 October 2018 for the following reason: Change to the Deadline for Expression of Interest to 2 November, 2018 by midday. All suppliers have been notified via the message centre facility.(Tanks 5 & 6 Refurbishment - Preparation, Blasting & Lining - Tanks 5 & 6 are semi buried storage tank with one tank side access manway. The shell plates and floor plates are believed to be of lap weld construction. There are 89 roof support columns in this tank; the roof is of concrete and steel plate construction (TBC). There is no lining on either the floor or shell plates. There is a network of steam heating coils still present in the tank.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb9527e1-cab4-461f-be09-eb340a5b9418 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Nov 2018 - 25 Feb 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | THE OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9EX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 44611410 - Oil-storage tanks

## Release History

- 17 Oct 2018 at 15:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb9527e1-cab4-461f-be09-eb340a5b9418
- 3 Sep 2018 at 11:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb9527e1-cab4-461f-be09-eb340a5b9418

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb9527e1-cab4-461f-be09-eb340a5b9418
  17th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Aultbea:-OFD-Loch-Ewe---Tanks-5-%26-6-Refurbishsment---Preparation%2C-Blasting-%26-Lining/64A3RC72C3
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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