---
title: "The Supply of Fabrication and Engineering Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d598"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE FELIXSTOWE DOCK AND RAILWAY COMPANY"
published: "2026-04-17"
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# The Supply of Fabrication and Engineering Services

Buyer: THE FELIXSTOWE DOCK AND RAILWAY COMPANY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d598

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company involves the supply of fabrication and engineering services within the private utility industry category. The contract, titled "The Supply of Fabrication and Engineering Services," is associated with the location of Felixstowe, UKH14 region, United Kingdom. The procurement employs a competitive flexible procedure as its method, currently at the award stage, with Suffolk Welding & Fabrication Ltd poised as a supplier. Key dated elements include the standstill period ending on 30 April 2026, contract commencement set for 2 June 2026, and potential contract renewal extending beyond its maximum date of 1 June 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth in the engineering and fabrication services sector, specifically targeting mechanical fitting and welding companies. Businesses experienced in maintaining and repairing port equipment such as quay cranes and gantry cranes are well-suited to compete, especially SMEs demonstrating technical competence and competitive pricing, given the contract’s quality and cost award criteria. The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company requires involvement through direct registration and participation via their e-Tender platform, offering a structured pathway for eligible contractors. This contract facilitates continuity in service provision across a potentially extended term, promising substantial engagement for businesses with capabilities matching these criteria.

## Notice

The Supply of Fabrication and Engineering Services at the Port of Felixstowe.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company has the right to extend the contract if a tender process has been delayed or has not resulted in a succesful preferred supplier. For clarity this right is reserved for The Felixstowe Dock and Railway Company not the Contractor

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035000-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2026 - 1 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2028-10-02 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,250,000 |
| Lots value | £1,250,000 |
| Awards value | £834,543 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE FELIXSTOWE DOCK AND RAILWAY COMPANY |
| Locality | FELIXSTOWE |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP11 3SY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Western Felixstowe |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SUFFOLK WELDING & FABRICATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2026 at 08:54 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035000-2026
- 28 Oct 2025 at 16:08 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069105-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035000-2026
  17th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069105-2025
  28th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.suffolkwelding.co.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/SupplierRegistration/Register
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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