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title: "SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE - WC1996742- NDT TESTING OF PSD TANKS T3 & T6, AKROTIRI, CYPRUS"
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# SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE - WC1996742- NDT TESTING OF PSD TANKS T3 & T6, AKROTIRI, CYPRUS

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d80158d2-48e1-4e1d-99c1-e9f64f3ea025

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, located in England, has initiated a tender process for the supply chain project titled "SUPPLY CHAIN NOTICE - WC1996742- NDT TESTING OF PSD TANKS T3 & T6, AKROTIRI, CYPRUS." This project falls under the primary works for services industry category, with the primary location being the Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot in Cyprus, a British Forces base. The tender is currently in the active stage, with key dates including an expression of interest by 31 August 2026, invitation to tender by 7 September 2026, tender return date on 12 October 2026, and the contract award anticipated on 4 January 2027. The project is scheduled to commence on 7 January 2027 and conclude by 19 July 2027, with an estimated value of £60,000,000 and conducted in Euro currency.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in non-destructive testing and tank maintenance services. Companies capable of offering out-of-service inspections, grit blasting, recoating, and repair rectifications should consider applying. The procurement process is labelled as "Other - OTHER," and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. To compete effectively, businesses need to complete a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire and the Expression of Interest form by the specified deadline. This contract will not only offer substantial financial opportunities but also allow successful bidders to reinforce their presence in the defence and military sectors.

## Notice

The work described below will be undertaken for the two tanks one at a time: - Out of service inspection, including non-destructive examination and testing, grit blasting and recoating of the tank bottom and part of the shell plates - The rectification of any repairs identified following the NDT testing Location: Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot (PSD), CYPRUS The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of interest: 10/08/2026 - Expression of interest return: 31/08/2026 - Invitation to Tender: 07/09/2026 - Tender Return Date: 12/10/2026 - Contract award: 04/01/2027 - Commencement of work: 07/01/2027 - Completion of work: 19/07/2027 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Akrotiri, Cyprus (British Forces). Additional information: Any company wishing to participate in this tender should complete the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) and the EOI form which are attached and return them electronically to the above email address by no later than 12:00 EET on 31/08/2026. For companies that have submitted a PQQ within the last 12 months, there is no requirement to re-submit it. They must provide the details of their last PQQ submission to guarantee inclusion on the invitation list.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8712ef4c-b65d-4873-8462-3d70051920d6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - OTHER |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jan 2027 - 19 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000,000 |
| 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

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111290 - Primary works for services

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2026 at 09:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8712ef4c-b65d-4873-8462-3d70051920d6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8712ef4c-b65d-4873-8462-3d70051920d6
  7th August 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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