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title: "Supply Chain Notice: WC1166880-NDT TESTING OF PSD TANK T1 & WC1166902-NDT TESTING OF PSD TANK T8"
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# Supply Chain Notice: WC1166880-NDT TESTING OF PSD TANK T1 & WC1166902-NDT TESTING OF PSD TANK T8

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f1f31a3e-0a90-465c-bba1-ed6f26dc2f4b

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers for the project titled "Supply Chain Notice: WC1166880-NDT TESTING OF PSD TANK T1 & WC1166902-NDT TESTING OF PSD TANK T8." This project involves non-destructive testing (NDT) services for two petroleum supply tanks located at Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot, Cyprus. The procurement is currently in the tender stage. Key dates for this project include expressions of interest by 13th January 2025, the invitation to tender on 20th January 2025, the tender return date on 3rd March 2025, and a contract award scheduled for 18th August 2025. The project is categorised under the industry code 71632200 for non-destructive testing services and has an estimated value of £550,000. The project is slated to begin on 1st September 2025 and conclude by 16th February 2026.

This tender presents substantial business opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) proficient in NDT services. Given the specialised nature of the work, businesses with expertise in inspection, grit blasting, and tank recoating will find themselves well-positioned to compete. Moreover, the project's requirement to operate within military constraints and the attractive contract value will serve as a significant growth avenue for the winning supplier. Interested tenderers must complete and submit both the expression of interest and pre-qualification questionnaire forms. This procurement method is classified as "Other - Other," highlighting the unique and specialised requirements of this project.

## 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 Issue Date: 23/12/24 - Expression of Interest Return: Date: 13/01/25 - Invitation to Tender: 20/01/25 - Tender Return Date: 03/03/25 - Contract award: 18/08/25 The currency of this project is Euro (EUR). The location of this project is Cyprus (British Forces, RAF Akrotiri). Additional information: ATTACHMENTS: 1. EOI (expression of interest) form 2. PQQ (pre-qualification questionnaire) form Both forms must be completed and returned by the interested tenderers Work commencement and completion dates will be subject to MOD DIO's agreement, as they will be dictated by the Fuel Operating Authority to avoid Operational Restrictions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1d043c0-040a-4f18-af4a-366a7f1e121d |
| 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 | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 16 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £550,000 |
| 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

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71632200 - Non-destructive testing services

## Release History

- 10 Dec 2024 at 14:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1d043c0-040a-4f18-af4a-366a7f1e121d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1d043c0-040a-4f18-af4a-366a7f1e121d
  10th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5d16033a-8dc5-4593-a871-85b4ac393b6f
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e1fa1b3d-fa70-48a3-8968-c3200578eac6
  n/a

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