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title: "Supply and Delivery of F-35 Bulk Fuel for Ministry of Defence"
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# Supply and Delivery of F-35 Bulk Fuel for Ministry of Defence

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e3eb6329-371d-4213-b31c-0b2750b2e65d

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for the supply and delivery of F-35 bulk fuel, under the tender reference GBFS2/DOEA/0069/019. This contract falls within the industry category of petroleum, coal, and oil products. The procurement was carried out through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with Essar Oils UK Limited being the supplier awarded the contract. The contract's total value is approximately £6.5 million. Delivery locations span multiple European countries, including Albania, Austria, Belgium, and others. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the award date being 17th December 2025 and the contract slated to run from 1st to 28th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for large-scale suppliers within the oil and fuel industry, though its methodology and scale may not be suitable for SMEs or VCSEs. Businesses with the capacity to operate in multiple international markets, particularly across Europe, would find this contract well-aligned with their growth objectives. Furthermore, being part of a framework agreement could offer ongoing opportunities for suppliers to engage with government contracts, thus enhancing market presence and expanding operational capabilities across a wider geographic area. The completed status signifies that suppliers looking to enter future tenders should stay vigilant for similar opportunities within such frameworks.

## Notice

Contract awarded for supply and delivery of F-35 fuel (bulk) for use by UK Ministry of Defence. Competition held via GBFS2 Framework Agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c74786b-31af-4979-9a44-1cf583737ff8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,523,897 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,523,897 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HB |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESSAR OILS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

### Codes

- 09200000 - Petroleum, coal and oil products

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2026 at 14:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c74786b-31af-4979-9a44-1cf583737ff8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c74786b-31af-4979-9a44-1cf583737ff8
  5th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d5a12ffa-a177-4352-a392-73deaed514e3
  Redacted copy of signed contract.

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