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Ocean Tanker Vetting Services (Subscription) - Award Notice

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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10 Mar 2026 at 09:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is the awarding authority for the contract titled "Ocean Tanker Vetting Services (Subscription) - Award Notice," which pertains to the ship-operating services industry category. The services are contracted to operate within the United Kingdom, specifically England. This procurement process is in the award stage, with the award notice published on 10th March 2026. The tender period concluded on 18th February 2026, and the contract period commenced on 19th February 2026 and will run until 18th February 2027. The procurement method utilised was a limited competitive quotation below the threshold, which is favourable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in maritime services or ship operations. The procurement process favours competitive quotations, which allows smaller enterprises to leverage their niche expertise and competitive pricing strategies. Given the service's focus on ocean tanker vetting, businesses with proven track records in maritime safety and compliance assessments will find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities. Collaborating with the Ministry of Defence signifies a prestigious opportunity to enhance reputation and gain access to future government contracting possibilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ocean Tanker Vetting Services (Subscription) - Award Notice

Notice Description

Ocean Tanker Vetting Services (Subscription) - Award Notice

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc3d54cc-81b0-4982-a4e9-0819a57b3248
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63726600 - Ship-operating services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2026 - 18 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RIGHTSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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