Tender

Autonomous Horizontal Transport In Teesport Container Terminal 2

PD TEESPORT LIMITED

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Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 15:55

Summary of the contracting process

PD Teesport Limited is currently in the tender stage for their project titled "Autonomous Horizontal Transport in Teesport Container Terminal 2," categorized under transport equipment and automation systems in the goods category. Located in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom (UKC12 region), this procurement process involves the introduction of autonomous vehicles for container transport. The procurement method chosen is selective, employing a competitive flexible procedure. Key dates include an expression of interest deadline on 15th December 2025 and the closing of the enquiry period on 8th December 2025. The award period is expected to conclude on 20th April 2026, with the contract period projected from 30th May 2026 to 29th May 2030, with a potential three-year extension.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transport equipment, electric vehicles, and automation systems. Companies with experience in providing advanced autonomous systems in logistics and container handling will find this particularly advantageous. The quality-focused evaluation criteria, with a 60% weighting, suggest that innovative technological solutions that enhance operational efficiency will be highly regarded. The inclusion of a commercial criteria weighting at 40% supports the need for competitive pricing, appealing to firms capable of delivering cost-effective, high-quality solutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Autonomous Horizontal Transport In Teesport Container Terminal 2

Notice Description

The company is seeking to introduce autonomous vehicles for the horizontal transport of containers into its existing container handling operations at its Teesport Container Terminal 2 (TCT2).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3 Year extension at the option of the contrating entity

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e39d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074897-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

33952000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

34144900 - Electric vehicles

48921000 - Automation system

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 20253 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 May 2026 - 29 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PD TEESPORT LIMITED
Contact Name
Shaw Dewar
Contact Email
pd.procurement@pdports.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS2 1AH
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC12 South Teesside

Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

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