Supply and Support of Electronic Chart data for Border Force Cutters

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is planning a procurement process for the supply and support of electronic chart data for Border Force Cutters. This tender, classified under the industry categories of marine patrol vessels and navigation equipment, involves the provision of Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) and Port Data to ensure safe navigation of the Cutters operating in UK and international waters. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with the future notice date set for 3rd February 2025 and the contract period running from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. The service will cover delivery addresses in British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and other international locations, with an estimated value of GBP 120,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the marine navigation technology sector to provide essential services to the Home Office's Border Force operations. Small and medium enterprises (SME) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. Companies with expertise in electronic navigational charts, supporting software, licences, and related encryption and access codes will find this contract aligned with their capabilities, offering prospects for business growth through engagement with a key government department.

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Supply and Support of Electronic Chart data for Border Force Cutters

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Publication Date

9th January 2025 16:31:34 PM
Contract Summary

Border Force is a law enforcement arm of the Home Office and operates a fleet of five sea going Cutters operating in both UK National and International waters under the Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) Load Line Regulations. Provision of Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) & Port Data is required to support safe navigation both within and outside the territorial waters of the UK, including to other EC countries, the Channel Isles and the Isle of Man. The Cutters currently operate a suite of Simrad Argus NSTR and Simrad PLECDIS. The requirement will include all supporting software, licences, software updates, access codes, encryption codes and encryption keys as applicable.
Contract Details

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Planning

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SME

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CPV Code(s)

34511100
34933000

CPV Division(s)

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
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Buyer Name

Buyer Email

maritimeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

2 Marsham Street

London

SW1P 4DF

England

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Supply and Support of Electronic Chart data for Border Force Cutters

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