---
title: "Fountain Lake Jetty - Main works contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0699ef"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION"
published: "2026-05-15"
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# Fountain Lake Jetty - Main works contract

Buyer: DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0699ef

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Fountain Lake Jetty - Main works contract" is currently in the planning stage, with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation acting as the buying organisation. Located in the UK, specifically in the UKJ31 region, this project pertains to the works category, focusing on marine installations. The tender aims to reconstruct the Fountain Lake Jetty in support of the Royal Navy's new fleet. A key date to note includes the future notice planned for publication by 31st August 2026, marking a significant step in the tender process. The contract period is set from 28th February 2027 to 30th November 2035.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in large-scale construction and marine infrastructure projects. Companies with expertise in demolition, piling, dredging, and maritime construction services would be well-suited to compete, especially those familiar with replacing aging marine structures. Additionally, enterprises capable of managing comprehensive infrastructure improvements such as utility replacements and flood defence work will find this project advantageous for business growth. Such ventures allow companies to establish or expand their presence in public sector procurement, aligning with central government needs.

## Notice

Project Need * Fountain Lake Jetty (FLJ) was constructed circa 1950/60 for the Royal Navy's escort and supporting vessel fleet. * It provides key tidal berths at the perimeter of the designated Fleet Time Maintenance Hub. * Now at the end of its life, FLJ requires replacement to support the new fleet of escorts that are vital to support the Carrier Strike Group. The new vessels are larger than their predecessors. * Fleet operations initially require two tidal maintenance berths on FLJ increasing to three at completion. Project Description Demolition. * Fountain Lake Jetty is approx. 660m long / 42m wide. The main construction activities include: o o o o o o Replacement piled jetty. Dredging (berth pocket and approaches). Replacement buildings. Replacement of all supporting services (water, power, comms etc). Flood defence works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044885-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2027 - 30 Nov 2035 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION |
| Locality | LICHFIELD |
| Post town | Walsall |
| Postcode | WS14 9PY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Lichfield |
| Electoral ward | Whittington & Streethay |
| Westminster constituency | Tamworth |
| Delivery location | TLJ31 Portsmouth |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45244100 - Marine installations

## Release History

- 15 May 2026 at 11:51 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044885-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044885-2026
  15th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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