--- title: "Woolwich Ferry - Fuel by barge & road tanker" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b10f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b10f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b10f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b10f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "TRANSPORT FOR LONDON" published: "2026-06-15" --- # Woolwich Ferry - Fuel by barge & road tanker Buyer: TRANSPORT FOR LONDON Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b10f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b10f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b10f.json) ## Summary Transport for London (TfL) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Woolwich Ferry - Fuel by barge & road tanker". This initiative falls under the industry category of goods, specifically concerning gas oils and low-sulfur combustible oils. The procurement process is focused on supplying fuel for the Woolwich Ferry service, which operates across the Thames in London. TfL is exploring options for new fuel types, such as Ultra-low-sulfur diesel, to meet operational standards and enhance vessel compatibility. A key date in this process is the Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ) submission deadline on 22nd June 2026, by 5pm. Interested suppliers are encouraged to participate in this market engagement to provide feedback on fuel specifications and delivery capabilities. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses that specialise in fuel supply and logistics, particularly those experienced with marine vessel operations. Companies that can offer innovative solutions for fuel types or delivery methods may find this procurement particularly advantageous. The contract's estimated gross value of £4.2 million, with a focus on sustainable and efficient fuel solutions, could also appeal to companies aiming to expand their services within the utilities sector. Given the potential for contract renewal extending to 2030, businesses that position themselves as reliable and environmentally conscious fuel providers will likely gain a competitive edge in this tendering opportunity. ## Notice TfL require the provision and delivery of fuel to operate the TfL Woolwich Ferry service by both barge and/or small road tanker. The service uses approximately 780,000 litres of fuel annually across both vessels. Woolwich Ferry operates two ferries linking Woolwich and North Woolwich across the Thames. The ferry is a free service and the vessels used carry pedestrians, cyclists, cars, vans and lorries. TfL are considering a number of fuel types. Alongside the Ultra-low-sulfur diesel (ULSD), TfL are also considering alternate fuel types subject to specification/standards development and vessel suitability. This preliminary market engagement notice is issued to understand market interest, capacity and capability. TfL seeks feedback on fuel types, specifications, delivery capability and standards. ### Planning Information TfL invites interested suppliers to complete a Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ). Please contact HemalPatel@tfl.gov.uk for a copy of the MSQ for completion. The deadline for MSQ submission is Monday 22nd June by 5pm. TfL reserves the right to run 1-2-1 sessions with suppliers who complete the MSQ to further explore and understand the responses provided. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055994-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | 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 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 29 Jun 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Sep 2026 - 7 Sep 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TRANSPORT FOR LONDON | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E20 1JN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham | | Local authority | Newham | | Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park | | Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy ### Codes - 09134000 - Gas oils - 09135110 - Low-sulphur combustible oils ## Release History - 15 Jun 2026 at 08:35 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055994-2026 - 9 Jun 2026 at 14:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054387-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055994-2026 15th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054387-2026 9th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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