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title: "Bulk Fuel Installation - RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MITIE FM LIMITED"
published: "2022-04-06"
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# Bulk Fuel Installation - RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus

Buyer: MITIE FM LIMITED  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-df3aaccb-5d71-4846-a725-36bf7ded444c

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by MITIE FM LIMITED for the construction of a Bulk Fuel Installation at RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus. This project, falling under the oil and gas industry category, is currently in the planning stage with a key milestone deadline for engagement set for 29th April 2022. The project involves the installation of above-ground aviation fuel storage tanks and associated facilities, with a completion requirement prior to March 2024. Interested parties can engage with the project manager, Chris Rhodes, via the provided contact details.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fuel installation and related services, particularly those with experience in constructing facilities on secure military sites. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate prior project experience are encouraged to apply. The requirement for a design and build NEC 3 contract underlines the need for firms with robust design capabilities and construction expertise to fulfil the military's stringent operational and security requirements.

## Notice

We are seeking bidders to construct a replacement BFI ( Bulk Fuel Installation ) at RAF Akrotiri on the previous disinvested site. The project, BFI East, will comprise the installation of above ground aviation fuel storage (3 x 1,000m3 vertical, steel tanks ), slops tanks (3 x 50m3 horizontal tanks ) within suitably sized bunds, a pump room housing the fuel pumps, filter water separators, additive injection, fuel issue and receipt points for bowsers with cantilevered canopies, firefighting equipment with associated water storage, a control building with parking facilities. Power to the new facility will require a power supply upgrade and new standby generator. In addition an automation system will be required for tank gauging, valve control, additive injection and pipeline receipts. The pipeline receipt system will require interface with an existing automation system at the despatch facility. This work is on an active military base requiring all construction staff to be vetted to achieve security clearance. Concept design and layout will be provided. The project will be let as a design and build NEC 3 contract, requiring completion prior to March 2024. Interested parties to please contact: Chris Rhodes Project Manager, Mitie Defence International Chris.Rhodes@mitie.com (07483 389 568) Stating Early Engagement BFI East RAF Akrotiri Interested parties and their supply chain will be required to show previous experience of delivering similar projects / facilities during the tender process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32a9448d-7533-454a-aa42-56e34dbe8c3c |
| 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 | 6 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Apr 2022 |
| 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 | MITIE FM LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8RT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

### Codes

- 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 76000000 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

## Release History

- 6 Apr 2022 at 13:59 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32a9448d-7533-454a-aa42-56e34dbe8c3c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32a9448d-7533-454a-aa42-56e34dbe8c3c
  6th April 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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