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title: "Works Contractor for VEHICLE INSPECTION FACILITY UPGRADE PROGRAMME (VIFUP) FOR THE REGULAR ESTATE - UK1"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ae64"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION"
published: "2026-06-05"
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# Works Contractor for VEHICLE INSPECTION FACILITY UPGRADE PROGRAMME (VIFUP) FOR THE REGULAR ESTATE - UK1

Buyer: DEFENCE INFRASTRUCTURE ORGANISATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ae64

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## Summary

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation is the contracting authority overseeing the Vehicle Inspection Facility Upgrade Programme (VIFUP) for the Regular Estate in the UK. This initiative, currently in the planning stage, seeks to engage contractors for refurbishment and upgrade works across various Defence estate sites. The comprehensive programme is anticipated to begin from 1st October 2027 and conclude by 3rd October 2031, with the procurement communication expected on 5th April 2027. The procurement relates to the works industry category with a significant focus on buildings associated with transport, reflecting a programme value of approximately £110M, of which major refurbishments are estimated at £35M. Potential contract delivery methods include project-specific contracts, framework arrangements, or regional lots distributed across the UK, under the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) framework.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment, particularly those with experience in complex and diverse upgrade projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the programme considers the establishment of framework agreements or regional lots, promoting accessibility and competition. Businesses capable of adhering to the NEC4 ECC framework could gain from this extensive programme, paving the way for growth by securing significant contracts over a multiple-year period. With varied opportunities across the UK, this programme may particularly intrigue businesses aimed at expanding their presence and expertise in public sector infrastructure projects.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking to engage Works Contractors to deliver refurbishment and upgrade works as part of the Vehicle Inspection Facility Upgrade Programme (VIFUP), a programmatic initiative to upgrade vehicle inspection facilities across the Defence estate. The overall programme is currently valued at approximately PS110M. Delivery will utilise a combination of existing contracts (e.g. PFIs and Regional Delivery frameworks) alongside the procurement of new contracts for major refurbishment works. The estimated value of these major refurbishments is currently approximately PS35M, with potential for further increase, and projects are geographically distributed across the UK. The scope of works is expected to include the refurbishment, upgrade, and potential reconfiguration of existing vehicle inspection facilities, which may vary in scale and complexity across sites. It is anticipated that works will be delivered using the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC), with further detail on contract options and mechanisms to be confirmed as the programme develops. The Authority is currently considering procurement and packaging options for delivery of the works. Potential approaches include: * Letting contracts on a project-specific basis; * Establishing programme or framework arrangements; and * Structuring delivery either on a site by site basis or through regional lots, reflecting the geographical spread of the programme.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053194-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 Apr 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2027 - 3 Oct 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,000,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45213300 - Buildings associated with transport

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 09:51 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053194-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053194-2026
  5th June 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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