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Boat Hire Services

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

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Award

08 Dec 2025 at 15:55

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

08 Dec 2025 at 15:44

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Portsmouth Higher Education Corporation has recently completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Boat Hire Services," which falls under the services category. This agreement spans two and a half years, starting from 8th December 2025 and concluding on 1st June 2028. It involves providing vessels and qualified skippers for the university's teaching and research activities. The contracting authority, a public authority in the United Kingdom (region UKJ31), utilised a direct procurement method for this below-threshold contract, awarding it to the Langstone Harbour Board. The procurement method was direct and conducted without competition, reflecting its specific nature and requirements in terms of local expertise and the range of vessels necessary for the tasks.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in marine logistics, particularly those specializing in the hire of boats with crew. The awarded contract, valued at £177,125, will benefit businesses that can provide high-quality, safety-compliant vessels and skilled personnel. Companies with expertise in offering bespoke maritime solutions that align with educational and research objectives are well-suited to engage with similar future opportunities. The commitment to a comprehensive service level agreement underscores the importance of technical knowledge and operational standards, presenting growth potential for businesses in the maritime services industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Boat Hire Services

Notice Description

2 and a half year agreement to provide vessels, along with qualified skippers to the University for the use in teaching and research activities. To meet a service level agreement to cover activities and solutions to a programme of activity. Meet all safety and operational standards. Local knowledge and experience along with a provision of a suitable range of vessels is essential.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f104
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080742-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60653000 - Hire of boats with crew

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£177,125 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£177,125 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 1 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
Contact Name
Sarah McGrady
Contact Email
procurement@port.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2UP
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LANGSTONE HARBOUR BOARD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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