Tender

Provision of a Towage Service at Portsmouth International Port

PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Jan 2022 at 14:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Portsmouth City Council is seeking tenders for the "Provision of a Towage Service at Portsmouth International Port" as part of its service provision initiatives. This open procurement, classified under towing and pushing services of ships, aims to enhance operational efficiency at the port. The tender period ends on 4th March 2022, with the contract expected to be awarded by 8th July 2022, allowing for mobilisation on 12th October 2022. The selected contractor will be required to maintain two 40T bollard pull tugs at the port and can anticipate an annual contract value ranging from approximately £800,000 to £2 million depending on operational demand.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the maritime service sector, particularly those specialising in towage or support services for water transport. Companies offering fleet management or vessel hire with crew are well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, the possibility of a ten-year contract term underscores the potential for sustained business growth. Firms able to demonstrate reliable operational capability and a track record in port services will be particularly advantageous in their bids.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Towage Service at Portsmouth International Port

Notice Description

Portsmouth City Council ('the council') is inviting tenders from suitably qualified and experience operators for the provision of a towage service, so as to provide a reliable, cost effective, quality service to its customers. The successful provider is to base, as a minimum, 2 in number 40T bollard pull tugs within Portsmouth International Port at all times. The Council is targeting to have awarded the contract on 8th July to allow for mobilisation and contract commencement on 12th October 2022. Tenderers have the opportunity to bid on the basis of one compulsory Lot (Lot 1) and one further optional Lot (Lot 2). The Council will decide on which lot offers better value and best addresses operational requirements following evaluation of tender submissions. Lot 1 is for an initial contract term of five years with the possibility of extending the term by a further five years to a maximum total term of ten years. Lot 2 for an initial contract term of seven years with the possibility of extending the terms by a further three years to a maximum total terms of ten years For either lot extensions will be in increments to be agreed, subject to the agreement and performance of both parties. The contract value that the successful supplier may be able to generate from delivery of the service is forecast to be between approximately PS800,000 to PS2million per annum dependent on trade requirements and tariffs set. The successful provider will invoice customers directly. Historic vessel call levels (exclusive of fuel barges etc) have been included as an appendix to the specification for this service provision. The council, whilst able to provide reasonable forecasts cannot guarantee levels of usage by vessels requiring towage. As an open port Portsmouth International Port cannot oblige its customers to use the services of the supplier but will promote and endorse use of the supplier subject to honouring service levels, terms, financial arrangements and charges. The Council are prepared to underwrite a minimum turnover figure for this contract if required, the value for which will form part of the cost evaluation. The Council will only underwrite where evidence is provided of making reasonable endeavours to mitigate loses and provision of local operating account, on a fully open book basis in accordance with the specification and contract terms. The procurement process run to establish the contract will be in accordance with the Open Procedure as set out within the Public Contracts Regulations (2015). The procurement procedure will be run in accordance with the following summary programme: Closing date for clarifications - 15th February 2022 Tender submission returned - 4 March 2022 Evaluation period - March to early June 2022 to include interviews if required Standstill period - from 27 June 2022 to 7 July 20922 Award contract ... Additional information: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the process of seeking tenders for the following project - Towage services Portsmouth International Port The full details are via our e-sourcing system Intend. This filepath will take you to the relevant area of Intend, https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-07f643b4-e7a2-49f5-9b8e-a8c129266ba0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30bafde6-20ae-49e0-b0e2-393ab45ab02f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew

60653000 - Hire of boats with crew

63720000 - Support services for water transport

63727000 - Towing and pushing services of ships

63727100 - Towing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Oct 2022 - 11 Oct 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement Service
Contact Email
procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
023 9268 8235

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
PO1 2BJ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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