Planning

Provision of Interim Strategic Sealift Capability - The purpose of this notice is to invite the market to attend a virtual engagement session to gain further insight on the Strategic Sealift Capability and subsequently provide information and obtain multiple views across the market to help inform the potential future Project & Commercial Strategies for SSL-I. For the avoidance of doubt this notice is not a call to competition. Any responses, comments, indications of interest, participation or non-participated by any organisation at this stage will not influence the process, selection and/or award decision for a future possible procurement, nor will it be taken as a suppliers committed position. Limited information may be shared with MoD third parties for Subject Matter Expert advice where required.

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

17 Dec 2021 at 22:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of an interim strategic sealift capability, aimed at enhancing the UK's capacity to deploy cargo overseas. This initiative is part of a forthcoming tender process, inviting market engagement to gather insights that will inform future project strategies. The existing sealift contract is set to expire on 31 December 2024, and the new contract is anticipated to span a minimum of five years. Interested parties are encouraged to attend a virtual engagement session for further discussion on key user requirements, with the procurement procedure taking place in Bristol, United Kingdom. More details can be found on the e-Tendering system website, and interested organizations should register there to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in shipping operations and related services, particularly those capable of meeting the updated user requirements of the Ministry of Defence. Companies involved in logistics, transport, and military support services could find this procurement particularly relevant, as it aims to bolster the UK’s defence capabilities. Engaging in this tender process could allow businesses to expand their operations and collaborate closely with a key government entity, underpinning long-term growth in a stable and critical industry sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Interim Strategic Sealift Capability - The purpose of this notice is to invite the market to attend a virtual engagement session to gain further insight on the Strategic Sealift Capability and subsequently provide information and obtain multiple views across the market to help inform the potential future Project & Commercial Strategies for SSL-I. For the avoidance of doubt this notice is not a call to competition. Any responses, comments, indications of interest, participation or non-participated by any organisation at this stage will not influence the process, selection and/or award decision for a future possible procurement, nor will it be taken as a suppliers committed position. Limited information may be shared with MoD third parties for Subject Matter Expert advice where required.

Notice Description

Strategic Sealift provides UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) with a capability to deploy cargo overseas from the UK in support of the UK's standing commitments and contingent operations. The current Sealift contract expires on 31 December 2024. A new project has been initiated by UK MOD, with the aim to provide a new contract for an interim period of minimum 5 years, to an updated user requirement. The Key User Requirements are being released as part of this notice and will be discussed during the events.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03034f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031704-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60640000 - Shipping operations

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Attn: Brewer Chelcie/ Durham Nichola
Contact Email
chelcie.brewer100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

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