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title: "Geophysical and Shallow Sub-Surface Survey Services at the Port of Port Talbot"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ada5"
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buyer: "ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS"
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# Geophysical and Shallow Sub-Surface Survey Services at the Port of Port Talbot

Buyer: ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ada5

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## Summary

Associated British Ports, a key player in the private utility sector, is seeking geophysical and sub-surface survey service providers for a contract at the Port of Port Talbot. The procurement process is at the tender stage and utilises an open procedure, ensuring broad accessibility. Located in the United Kingdom, this tender requires services classified under Geological, Geophysical, and related scientific services. The services will be executed in two phases, with Phase 1 focusing on shallow sub-surface survey activities scheduled between August and October 2026. Interested parties must submit their bids by the 6th of July, 2026, with the award decision expected by the 6th of August, 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in marine, geological, or geophysical surveying to expand their portfolio through participation in substantial services contracts. Firms with experience in bathymetric, seismic, and sub-surface surveys will find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities. With the potential for additional contracts contingent upon Phase 1's success, this opportunity provides a strategic advantage for businesses seeking to establish long-term relationships within the public utility sector. The open procurement method ensures a competitive yet accessible process, inviting a broad range of firms to demonstrate their expertise.

## Notice

Associated British Ports intends to award a utilities services contract for the delivery of geophysical and sub-surface survey works around Port Talbot. The scope of the Services includes two survey campaigns split it to two phases, the initial contract award will encompass phase 1 (shallow sub-surface survey services). ABP intends to enter into a further contract for the execution of phase 2 (UXO and seismic survey. ABP reserves the right to modify the contract after initial award, in accordance with s31 and Schedule 8, for the additional phase 2 work. The Scope of Services is comprised of: Phase 1: Firm Scope, surveys anticipated August-October 2026 Reconnaissance geophysical survey to collect the following data : * High-resolution bathymetric data. * Sidescan sonar seabed reflectivity. * Sub-bottom profiler data to image the shallow sub-surface (

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052863-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Aug 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASSOCIATED BRITISH PORTS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC2E 9ES |
| 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 | TLL17 Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351000 - Geological, geophysical and other scientific prospecting services
- 71351900 - Geology, oceanography and hydrology services
- 71351923 - Bathymetric surveys services
- 71351924 - Underwater exploration services
- 71352000 - Subsurface surveying services
- 71353000 - Surface surveying services
- 71354500 - Marine survey services

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2026 at 13:25 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052863-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052863-2026
  4th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/abp/
  ABP In-Tend Procurement Portal

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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