WC1928003 - NDT TESTING OF ABOVE GROUND JPTS TANKS T9 & T10, CYPRUS
Ministry of DefenceEstimated Value
£250,000 – £0
Deadline
24 June 2026
14 days remaining
Published
11 June 2026
Type
works
Overview
The location of this project is Cyprus (British Forces, RAF Akrotiri).
Submission
The work described below will be undertaken for the two tanks which will both be made available at the same time: - Out of service inspection, including non-destructive examination and testing, grit blasting and recoating of the tank bottom and part of the shell plates - The rectification of any repairs identified following the NDT testing - Treat and recoat 6" Pressure Vacuum Valves Location: Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot (PSD), CYPRUS The Provisional Key Tender dates for the project are as follows: - Expression of Interest Issue Date: 10/06/26 - Expression of Interest Return Date: 24/06/26 - Invitation to Tender: 01/07/26 - Tender Return Date: 12/08/26 - Contract award: 25/11/26 The currency of this project is Euro (€).
AI Analysis
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This is a contract to inspect and repair two large fuel storage tanks (T9 and T10) at a British military airbase in Cyprus. The work involves checking the tanks for damage using special testing methods, blasting and repainting the inside surfaces, fixing any problems found, and servicing the pressure valves on top.
Requirements
- Must be able to perform non-destructive testing (NDT) — specialized inspection techniques that don't damage the tanks
- Must have capability to grit blast (high-pressure sand cleaning) tank surfaces
- Must be able to apply protective coatings and repainting to tank interiors and exteriors
- Must be able to safely work on above-ground petroleum storage tanks
- Must be able to access and work at the Akrotiri Petroleum Supply Depot in Cyprus
- Must be able to treat and recoat 6-inch diameter Pressure Vacuum Valves
- Must be able to carry out repairs identified by NDT testing results
- Pricing must be quoted in Euro (€)
- Check full tender documents for specific certifications, insurance, and safety clearance requirements for working on military premises
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Perform out-of-service inspection of both Tank T9 and Tank T10 while they are offline
- Conduct non-destructive examination and testing on both tanks to identify corrosion, cracks, or other damage
- Grit blast the tank bottom and lower shell plates to remove corrosion and old coating
- Apply new protective coating to blasted surfaces on tank bottom and shell plates
- Identify and complete any repair work needed based on NDT testing findings
- Remove, treat, and recoat both 6-inch Pressure Vacuum Valves (safety relief valves on tank tops)
- Reassemble and test valves before handover
How to Read This Tender
- 1This is a two-stage tender process: first you submit an Expression of Interest by 24 June 2026 (shows you're capable and interested), then if shortlisted, you receive the full tender documents and have until 12 August 2026 to submit your detailed bid.
- 2The 'provisional' dates mean these may shift slightly — check the official tender portal regularly from June onwards as the buyer may announce changes.
- 3NDT testing is specialized work — if you don't have this in-house capability, look at partnering with an NDT-certified subcontractor. Many successful bids are consortia combining different specialists.
- 4Military site access is important: working on a British Forces base in Cyprus will require security vetting and insurance. Budget time and cost for this in your bid — don't assume it's quick or cheap.
- 5The contract involves hazardous work (fuel tanks, grit blasting, coatings) — the buyer will want to see your health and safety plan, relevant certifications (like ATEX for explosive atmospheres), and proven experience. Lack of these will disqualify you.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're a small coating or blasting company without NDT capability, partner with a certified NDT testing firm as a subcontractor — you focus on surface prep and recoating while they handle the inspection. This is a common winning approach for this type of work.
- Military contracts often score heavily on social value — even though this is technical work, consider what local benefits you can offer (training apprentices in Cyprus, using local suppliers where safe to do so, employment pledges) and include these in your bid.
- Start gathering your evidence now: photos/case studies of similar tank work you've done, copies of all certifications (ISO 9001, health & safety, coating/blasting credentials), references from previous clients, and your insurance details. Having a 'bid folder' ready before the tender documents drop saves you 3-4 weeks of scrambling.
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Ministry of DefenceKey Dates
Published
11 June 2026
Submission deadline
24 June 2026
Notice type
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