Fuel Tank Inspections & OFTEC Compliance
We carry out annual OFTEC inspections plus more frequent visual checks on above-ground fuel tanks, with five-yearly tank cleans and three-yearly bund tests — all carried out to SFG 20 standards.
Fuel & Tank Services for Facilities Management Companies
BMS Group works alongside UK facilities management (FM) companies to keep the fuel infrastructure on their estates safe, compliant and fully operational, from MOD sites and hospitals to warehouses, police sites and large commercial premises. Wherever there's a fuel tank, pump or generator to maintain, our OFTEC-registered engineers deliver the inspections, testing and calibration your estate needs.
- Trusted subcontractor to leading FM companies
- OFTEC-registered engineers
- Maintenance to SFG 20 standards
- Certificated inspections and calibrations
Fuel Tank Testing
We carry out annual OFTEC inspections and more frequent visual checks on fuel tanks, with five-yearly tank cleans and three-yearly bund tests compliant with SFG 20 standards.
Fuel Pump & Nozzle Calibration
We calibrate fuel pumps and nozzles against 5, 10 and 20-litre test measures, catching wear before it causes over- or under-delivery, with a certificate issued on completion every 6 or 12 months depending on usage.
Support Across Every Site Type
From barracks with a single small tank and a couple of pumps, to large operational, satellite and communications sites, we maintain the fuel and generator infrastructure that keeps any estate running.
Who We Support
We work as a trusted subcontractor to facilities management (FM) companies and service providers, offering the specialist fuel infrastructure expertise their in-house teams don’t carry. FM companies use their own engineers and handymen for general maintenance, and subcontract out specialist trades like fuel, which is where we come in.
MOD & Defence Estate Support
Much of the MOD estate is managed by FM companies on behalf of the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), covering barracks, operational sites, and satellite and communications sites. We support the fuel tanks, pumps and generator infrastructure across all of these, whichever FM company manages the estate.
Above-Ground Tank Maintenance
Above-ground tanks require an annual OFTEC inspection, more frequent visual checks, a five-yearly tank clean and a three-yearly bund test under SFG 20. We carry out this full maintenance programme, or whatever level of service an FM company specifies.
Underground Tank Maintenance
Underground tanks are harder to inspect and maintain, so where SFG 20 recommends five-yearly testing, we typically test annually as standard, alongside regular inspections and tank cleaning, for extra peace of mind.
Fuel Pump Calibration
Fuel pump and nozzle calibration checks that the fuel delivered matches what the pump display shows. We calibrate against 5-, 10-, and 20-litre test measures and issue a certificate for every pump, on a 6- or 12-month cycle depending on usage.
Flow Meter Calibration & Fuel System Services
Alongside tank inspections and fuel pump calibration, we provide flow meter calibration and a comprehensive range of mechanical and electrical fuel system services. These include OFTEC and CompEx inspections, tank gauge setup and calibration, tank cleaning, fuel sampling and polishing, alarm testing and maintenance, and the inspection, repair or replacement of filters, strainers and other fuel system components. Call us on 0345 230 7887 or email sales@bms-ltd.com to discuss you requirements.
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Why Choose BMS
- Trusted FM company subcontractor
- OFTEC-registered engineers
- SFG 20-compliant maintenance
End-to-End Service
From design and installation to calibration and maintenance, we deliver complete liquid and fuel management solutions.
Specialist Hazardous Area Engineers
Our mechanical and electrical engineers are qualified to work in fuel and chemical environments.
Proven Industry Partnerships
Official distributor and service partner for leading global manufacturers and technology providers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an FM company's role on a site like an MOD estate?
Facilities management (FM) companies are contracted to maintain an entire estate, from fire doors to fuel infrastructure, on behalf of the site owner. Where specialist trades like fuel are needed, FM companies typically subcontract that work to specialists like BMS Group.
How often does an above-ground fuel tank need inspecting?
Under SFG 20, above-ground tanks require an annual OFTEC inspection alongside more frequent visual checks, a five-yearly tank clean and a three-yearly bund test.
How often should underground fuel tanks be tested?
SFG 20 recommends underground tank testing every five years, but we typically carry this out annually as standard to give FM companies extra assurance on harder-to-access infrastructure.
How often should fuel pumps be calibrated?
Fuel pump calibration is typically carried out every 6 or 12 months, depending on how heavily a site’s pumps are used, a certificate is issued for every pump we calibrate.
What types of sites do you support through FM companies?
At BMS Group, we support any site with fuel or generator infrastructure, from barracks with a single small tank and a few pumps, to large operational sites, hospitals, warehouses and other commercial premises.
Do you work directly with site owners or through FM companies?
We typically work as a subcontractor to the facilities management company managing a site, providing the specialist fuel infrastructure expertise that sits outside their in-house maintenance teams.