Planning

Vessel Traffic Service

DOVER HARBOUR BOARD

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Planning

20 Feb 2025 at 13:52

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Dover Harbour Board intends to issue a tender titled "Vessel Traffic Service" for providing Vessel Traffic Services software, hardware, and support services. This procurement falls under the industry category of port management services (CPV: 98362000) and is located at the Port of Dover (UKJ44). The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with the Request for Proposal expected by mid to late March 2025. Key dates include a future notice on 20th February 2025. The project aims to source and implement IALA-compliant VTS software, refresh hardware and software, integrate existing sensors, and ensure compliance with the NIS2 Directive.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in maritime traffic control systems and port management services. Companies with experience in similar implementations, particularly those that can provide robust software and hardware solutions compliant with governmental safety and operations standards, will find this tender promising. Proactive hardware and software support experience is crucial, as ongoing maintenance and integration with existing systems are required. Vendors capable of delivering reliable and compliant VTS solutions, offering long-term support, will be well-suited to compete in this procurement process, potentially leading to business growth and new collaborations with a prominent UK port authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vessel Traffic Service

Notice Description

The Port of Dover intends to issue a tender for the provision of Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) software, hardware and other support services by the end of March 2025.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Overview* Our current Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) hardware and software was implemented in 2018. Current Definition of ScopeThis project is to replace the Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) software and associated hardware, scope comprises:* Replacing our current VTS software* Replacing all 'end of life' VTS workstation and server computer hardware with DHB standard Dell computers, including five-year hardware warranty.* Integrate existing sensors with new VTS Software* Remove redundant systemsThe need for this work is two-fold; (i) because of DHB's work on ensuring compliance with NIS2 and providing ongoing VTS system reliability and availability of critical system hardware it was concluded the best way forward would be for the VTS system architecture to be simplified, and (ii) current hardware reaching 'end of life', necessitating replacement of PC hardware, software, and user interfaces (displays).Key requirements:* Source an appropriate replacement VTS IALA compliant software solution.* Implement the refresh and update of the VTS hardware, operating systems, and VTS software.* The implemented system must meet requirements of the NIS2 Directive.* Ongoing support will likely be required.* The work does not include replacement of Radar, CCTV, AIS, VHF system, and Radar Sensors. These will remain as is but will need to be integrated with the implemented system.Vendor Expectations:* Companies expressing an interest will be expected to have previous experience of such implementations and be able to evidence this through an upcoming PQQ followed by a tender.Next StepsThe Port of Dover intends to issue a Request for Proposal for this business.TimelineWe intend to start this project in mid to late March 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e501
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006223-2025
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

34931500 - Vessel traffic control equipment

98362000 - Port management services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Feb 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DOVER HARBOUR BOARD
Contact Name
Andrew Johnston
Contact Email
podtender@portofdover.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DOVER
Postcode
CT17 9BU
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
TLJ44 East Kent
Local Authority
Dover
Electoral Ward
Town & Castle
Westminster Constituency
Dover and Deal

Further Information

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