Tender

REGULATING THE OPERATION OF AUTONOMOUS AND REMOTELY OPERATED VESSELS >24M LENGTH

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Tender

01 Nov 2021 at 16:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being led by the MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency, which is focusing on regulating the operation of autonomous and remotely operated vessels over 24 metres in length. This tender falls under the shipping operations industry category and is set in the South West of England. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender is currently in the planning stage, with bids due by 29 November 2021. The total value of the contract is £31,000, and it is anticipated to start on 13 December 2021, concluding on 31 March 2022.

This tender provides a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the maritime sector, particularly those specialising in research, consultancy, and regulatory advisory services. Businesses that can contribute to the development of regulations aligned with the UK's clean maritime growth ambitions and innovation in maritime technology will be especially well-placed to compete. Engaging with this contract could help position firms at the forefront of the UK's maritime safety and technological advancements.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

D3 Tenders Premium

Win More Public Sector Contracts

AI-powered tender discovery, pipeline management, and market intelligence — everything you need to grow your public sector business.

Start Free Trial Book a Demo
All Features Pricing

Notice Information

Notice Title

REGULATING THE OPERATION OF AUTONOMOUS AND REMOTELY OPERATED VESSELS >24M LENGTH

Notice Description

As the government's leading maritime agency, the MCA is tasked with developing and continually evolving regulations that supports the UKs future ambitions and does not constrain our ability to be bold, innovative and forward thinking whilst at the same time not compromising on fundamental principles. Inline with Maritime 2050 Strategic Ambitions, the MCA is supporting the UK to: - Lead the way in taking action on clean maritime growth enjoying economic benefits from being an early adopter or fast mover. - Strengthen our reputation for maritime innovation, maximising benefits to the UK from new maritime technology through our world leading universities, maritime small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and global companies. - Continue to be recognised as the global leader in maritime safety and security standards and expertise worldwide. The MCA has a requirement for a number of Work Packages to be completed to deliver a report on regulating the operation of Autonomous MASS Additional information: You will need to be registered here to access the documents for this ITT and submit your bid: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/public/registration

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/168f3fed-5544-428c-88e0-bbaae11aa393
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

60640000 - Shipping operations

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

71314000 - Energy and related services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Dec 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
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
MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO15 1EG
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e-2021-11-01T16:34:11Z",
    "date": "2021-11-01T16:34:11Z",
    "ocid": "ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e",
    "language": "en",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "tender_277826/1010067",
        "title": "REGULATING THE OPERATION OF AUTONOMOUS AND REMOTELY OPERATED VESSELS >24M LENGTH",
        "description": "As the government's leading maritime agency, the MCA is tasked with developing and continually evolving regulations that supports the UKs future ambitions and does not constrain our ability to be bold, innovative and forward thinking whilst at the same time not compromising on fundamental principles. Inline with Maritime 2050 Strategic Ambitions, the MCA is supporting the UK to: - Lead the way in taking action on clean maritime growth enjoying economic benefits from being an early adopter or fast mover. - Strengthen our reputation for maritime innovation, maximising benefits to the UK from new maritime technology through our world leading universities, maritime small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and global companies. - Continue to be recognised as the global leader in maritime safety and security standards and expertise worldwide. The MCA has a requirement for a number of Work Packages to be completed to deliver a report on regulating the operation of Autonomous MASS Additional information: You will need to be registered here to access the documents for this ITT and submit your bid: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/public/registration",
        "datePublished": "2021-11-01T16:34:11Z",
        "status": "active",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "60640000",
            "description": "Shipping operations"
        },
        "additionalClassifications": [
            {
                "scheme": "CPV",
                "id": "71241000",
                "description": "Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis"
            },
            {
                "scheme": "CPV",
                "id": "71314000",
                "description": "Energy and related services"
            },
            {
                "scheme": "CPV",
                "id": "73000000",
                "description": "Research and development services and related consultancy services"
            },
            {
                "scheme": "CPV",
                "id": "79140000",
                "description": "Legal advisory and information services"
            }
        ],
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "South West",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ]
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amount": 31000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "open",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Open procedure (below threshold)",
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2021-11-29T11:00:00Z"
        },
        "contractPeriod": {
            "startDate": "2021-12-13T00:00:00Z",
            "endDate": "2022-03-31T23:59:59+01:00"
        },
        "suitability": {
            "sme": true,
            "vcse": false
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "documentType": "tenderNotice",
                "description": "Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder",
                "url": "https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/168f3fed-5544-428c-88e0-bbaae11aa393",
                "datePublished": "2021-11-01T16:34:11Z",
                "format": "text/html",
                "language": "en"
            },
            {
                "id": "2",
                "description": "Link to eSourcing Portal",
                "url": "https://dft.app.jaggaer.com"
            }
        ]
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-CFS-167083",
            "name": "MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "105 Commercial Road",
                "locality": "Southampton",
                "postalCode": "SO15 1EG",
                "countryName": "England"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "contracts@mcga.gov.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-CFS-167083",
        "name": "MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency"
    }
}