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Award Contract for The Provision of - REMBRANDT version 7 - 3D Simulator and Replay Software and Support

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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17 Dec 2024 at 11:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has completed the procurement process for the provision of the REMBRANDT version 7 - 3D Simulator and Replay Software and Support, classified under IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support (CPV code: 72000000). The procurement follows a direct procurement method and was awarded to BMT Limited for a value of GBP 12,000. The contract, which runs from 18 December 2024 to 15 December 2028, includes a yearly GBP 3,000 drawdown for licensing and support, with an option to extend for up to four years. The location for the delivery is Westminster, London, with the project aligning with other international safety boards' use of the software for Voyage Data Recorder replay capabilities.

This tender offers opportunities for niche software development firms specialising in simulation and support services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in 3D simulation software, particularly those capable of bespoke modifications and specific hydrodynamic ships model creation, are well-suited to compete in this market. The collaboration with well-established accident authorities worldwide provides a platform for growth, learning, and sharing best practices, ensuring ongoing development and innovation in the safety and transport sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award Contract for The Provision of - REMBRANDT version 7 - 3D Simulator and Replay Software and Support

Notice Description

REMBRADT is built and managed by BMT. We purchased version 6 of this software 6 years ago on a perpetual licence and currently pay yearly for a support contract. We have also worked very closely with BMT over the years to develop a Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) replay element within this simulator, that we can feed data that we have already formatted to replay in our MADAS software solution. BMT have now developed Version 7 of the software and adopted and annual licence model and a separate service support cost. There are several other Simulators on the market but none with the ability to play back Voyage Data Recorder. Therefore, I am seeking approval to set up a call off contract for three plus one years (Or longer if possible) as a Direct Award with a drawdown of PS3k per year to cover the cost of the licencing and the service support contract. Total PS9K (3 years) PS12K (4 years). I would also like for it to be considered that we add PS10K on top of the call of contract in case we require any bespoke modifications, or specific hydrodynamic ships models to be created for specific cases. The National Transport Safety Board in the USA, Japan Transport Safety Board, the Dutch Safety Board and the Taiwanese Transport Safety Board all run REMBRANDT with this VDR Replay capability. I feel there is also a strong justification to keep aligned with other well established accident authorities for collaboration, learning and development opportunities and sharing of best practice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6ea0f61c-d2ee-4e80-b453-0dbf45c7a5ef
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/290b5dbd-9efe-4d48-a9d1-e6211c7e474c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2028 3-4 years
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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dftprocurement@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BMT

Further Information

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