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Charter of Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) to Support Small Boats Operations in the Dover Straits

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28 Apr 2026 at 21:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Home Office seeking to charter Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) to support small boats operations in the Dover Straits. The requirement entails three RHIBs to aid Border Security Command's search and rescue efforts, classified under marine patrol vessels. This opportunity, part of a selective procurement method using a call-off from a framework agreement, falls within the services category. The procurement's location is in the South East of the United Kingdom, with the tender period ending on 2nd February 2026, followed by a contract active from 31st March 2026 to 1st April 2027. The tender has reached the award stage, with Boatserv Ltd securing the contract valued at £1,259,250.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing marine patrol vessels within the specified region. Given its framework agreement nature, it suits firms experienced in government contracts and naval equipment provision. Businesses specialising in marine operations can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio in national security services. This procurement underscores the Home Office's commitment to bolstering maritime security, thereby potentially opening avenues for businesses adept in providing specialised maritime services and equipment.

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Notice Title

Charter of Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) to Support Small Boats Operations in the Dover Straits

Notice Description

A requirement for one (1) Owner to provide three (3) RHIBs for the purpose of supporting Border Security Command's Search & Rescue Vessels.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-83c08be1-d299-4a95-8d37-11e4f0ca6590
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8743591d-9d52-4fa9-b480-c505452dc66d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34511100 - Marine patrol vessels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,259,250 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,259,250 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOATSERV

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