Planning

Woolwich Ferry Service

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

05 Nov 2018 at 11:11

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for London is currently in the planning stage for the Woolwich Ferry Service, an initiative in the transport equipment and services industry based in London, United Kingdom. The procurement process is designed to gauge market interest and feedback through an Early Market Engagement exercise, with an engagement end date set for 23rd November 2018. This process follows the expiration of the current contract in 2020, and the contract amount is estimated at £70 million for the operation of ferry services, the maintenance of two new hybrid vessels, and the leasing of property from London River Services Ltd.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those with experience in marine operations, maintenance of marine equipment, and auxiliary services related to transportation. Companies equipped to provide innovative solutions for eco-friendly transport, such as low-emission vessels, would be well-suited to compete. Interested suppliers should register through the provided links to access the Market Sounding Questionnaire and share their insights on contract specifics.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Woolwich Ferry Service

Notice Description

TfL is undertaking an Early Market Engagement exercise via a Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ) to gauge interest and seek feedback from the market place for the operation of the Woolwich Ferry for when the current contract expires in 2020. The operation of the Woolwich Free Ferry (WFF) is a TfL statutory duty. Within TfL, responsibility for managing the operation of the Woolwich Ferry is delegated to London River Services Ltd (LRSL). Historically the service has operated with three vessels which are in the process of being replaced by two new hybrid low emission vessels. The contract will cover the operation of passenger and vehicle transport servicesand the maintenance of the two new ferries and associated infrastructure as well as lease of the land andproperty from LRSL. The MSQ can be accessed via ProContract at the below URL, where interested suppliers should also registertheir interest. The MSQ will seek views on a number of aspects including contract timescales, contractual terms, performance management and others as well as the gauging the general level of interest in this opportunity. If you have any questions regarding this PIN please contact us via the portal. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=852f41de-abde-e811-80ef-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ab30792-493e-4664-b0ca-70842581bfa0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f667e08a-efc0-40a3-b822-ab15f6351070
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

34500000 - Ships and boats

34900000 - Miscellaneous transport equipment and spare parts

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Nov 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0BD
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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