Tender

Towage Services at the Port of Ramsgate

THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Jan 2018 at 10:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Thanet District Council has initiated a tender process for "Towage Services at the Port of Ramsgate". This contract, classified under towing and pushing services of ships, will commence on 19 March 2018 and will last for three years, with potential extensions of up to two additional one-year periods at the Council's discretion. Businesses interested in this opportunity must submit their tender documents electronically via the Kent Business Portal by 14:00 on Monday 5 February 2018. Clarifications or questions regarding the tender must be submitted no later than 14:00 on 30 January 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in maritime services, particularly those specialising in towage and shipping logistics. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to be accessible. Providers capable of offering fully crewed tug services within short notice periods and those able to demonstrate compliance with minimum standards outlined in the Invitation to Tender will find this opportunity particularly beneficial for expanding their operations and enhancing their market presence in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Towage Services at the Port of Ramsgate

Notice Description

Thanet District Council ("the Council") wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of Towage Services at the Port of Ramsgate and invites prospective suppliers to submit a Tender to meet the Council's requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence on 19 March 2018 and will continue for a period of 3 years with options to extend for two periods, each for a maximum of one year, at the sole discretion of the Council unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of the Contract. The contract will be for the supply of Towage Services within both Harbour Limits and additionally the statutory Ramsgate Pilotage Area. The tug shall be available fully crewed on one hours' notice but when the shipping forecast for the Thames/Dover area is indicating force 6 or more the tug shall be available fully crewed at 20 minutes notice. The procurement process will be undertaken on the basis of an open tender. All tenders will be accepted subject to the tenderer providing suitable responses to grounds for Mandatory and Discretionary Rejection and that minimum standards are met as set out in the Invitation to Tender document. Evaluation will be on the basis of criteria as set out in the Invitation To Tender document. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Suppliers should in first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk) by following registration instructions. All procurement documents are attached to the notice on the Portal and available for suppliers to download and complete according to instructions contained. Any clarifications or questions must be submitted via the Discussions area of the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on Tuesday 30 January 2018 Completed tender quotation documents must be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on Monday 5 February 2018

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ebba0ee5-24fd-4e0a-a4df-4637b44fc992
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63727000 - Towing and pushing services of ships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Mar 2018 - 18 Mar 2021 3-4 years
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
THANET DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MARGATE
Postcode
CT9 1XZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Thanet
Electoral Ward
Cliftonville West
Westminster Constituency
East Thanet

Further Information

Notice Documents

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