Tender

CM53 - THV Alert Rigid Hull Replacement Inflatable Boat

TRINITY HOUSE

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Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Trinity House is seeking proposals for the replacement of the rigid hull inflatable boat on the Trinity House Vessel Alert. This procurement, titled "CM53 - THV Alert Rigid Hull Replacement Inflatable Boat," falls under the goods category focusing on boats and marine equipment. The buying organisation, Trinity House, is a central government authority located in London, United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with an open procurement method, allowing for below threshold open competition. Interested parties should note the deadline for submissions is 19th December 2025, with any enquiries needing to be addressed by 12th December 2025.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for enterprises in the maritime equipment sector, especially those specialising in modern boat manufacturing and repair. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in producing technically advanced inflatable boats are encouraged to compete, given the tender’s emphasis on technological replacements and the suitability for SMEs. The award criteria focus on technical proposal quality, pricing, and lead time, encouraging competitive bids that highlight innovation and efficiency. This contract offers potential growth for businesses looking to establish or expand their footprint in government contracts and technological advancements in marine vessels.

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Notice Title

CM53 - THV Alert Rigid Hull Replacement Inflatable Boat

Notice Description

The Trinity House Vessel Alert has a requirement to replace its current Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat with a new unit. The current unit is beyond economical repair and needs to be replaced. A replacement is a more economical option, and should implement current technologies. To view this notice, please click here: https://trinityhouse.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=991547132

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ebfe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078510-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34520000 - Boats

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRINITY HOUSE
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
etender@trinityhouse.co.uk
Contact Phone
+441255 245005

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3N 4DH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Tower
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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