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DFI - Rathlin Island Ferry Service

CPD - Supplies & Services Division

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27 Aug 2025 at 16:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for Infrastructure (DFI) seeking a provider for the Rathlin Island Ferry Service, falling under marine services. The buying organisation is the CPD - Supplies & Services Division, and the procurement category is services. This tender is specifically located within the UK region. The procurement process has moved to the award stage, with Dunverty Ltd being awarded the contract on 27th August 2025. This service contract spans a duration of 1,080 days. The contract's value has been amended to £5,250,000 due to unforeseen circumstances requiring an extension of service. The initial contract began on 11th January 2023, indicating a continuation and extension beyond the original period.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for large-scale marine service providers who are equipped to manage ferry operations. Businesses that specialise in marine transport, have a robust operational framework, and can navigate regulatory compliance within the UK market will find this contract advantageous. It offers a long-term engagement with the possibility of extending the contract further, enhancing business stability and development in the sector. Furthermore, the modification of the contract value demonstrates potential for increased economic activity and resource deployment in servicing Rathlin Island's transportation needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DFI - Rathlin Island Ferry Service

Notice Description

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058ee6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051731-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98360000 - Marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£5,250,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CPD - Supplies & Services Division
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT3 9ED
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Dunaverty Ltd

Dunverty Ltd

Further Information

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