Tender

Antarctic Charter Vessels Framework

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Tender

15 Apr 2021 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation is initiating a tender titled "Antarctic Charter Vessels Framework," aimed at establishing a framework for the charter of vessels that will facilitate the transport of cargo and passengers between the UK and Antarctica. This tender is categorised under ship chartering services and is set to be active until the tender period ends on 26 May 2021. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1 July 2021 and run until 30 June 2023. A market engagement event is planned for 22 April 2021, providing an opportunity for interested parties to learn more about the tender's requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those engaged in maritime logistics, vessel charters, and accommodation services, to expand their operations in the Antarctic region. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this contract particularly suitable, allowing them to showcase their capabilities in delivering vital services in a unique operating environment while fostering growth in a competitive tendering process.

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Notice Title

Antarctic Charter Vessels Framework

Notice Description

This PIN is to advise the market of UKRI/NERC/BAS intentions regarding the planned creation of a framework for the charter of vessels for transport of 1) cargo and passenger from UK to South Atlantic/Antarctica, 2) Passengers from UK port to Antarctica, providing hotel accommodation at Rothera for passengers (who will work ashore each day) and return of passengers from Rothera to UK port, 3) Passengers from Rothera to Antarctic gateway port (or Antarctic Gateway port to Rothera). It is intended that a market engagement event will be held on 22/04/2021. Please refer to the additional information field for details on how to express an interest and information regarding the Market Engagement Event.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fe55513d-7526-4a19-ae66-b29118174694
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/757e4a1b-0417-48bc-b311-c566e8b5ba9b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63726400 - Ship chartering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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