Planning

CM14 - GLA Marine Coating Systems

TRINITY HOUSE

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Planning

29 Apr 2026 at 15:28

Summary of the contracting process

Trinity House, operating as a public authority under central government, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the supply of marine coating systems, specifically buoy and vessel paint, under the tender title "CM14 - GLA Marine Coating Systems." This procurement falls within the industry category of goods, with a focus on paints, and aims to source coating systems that offer enhanced protection in marine environments. Located in London in the United Kingdom, the procurement is significant with a gross value of £1,165,469.10. Businesses should note key dates, such as the Request for Information (RFI) submission deadline on 22 May 2026, and the expected start date for the contract period being 1 September 2026, extending until 31 August 2030, with potential renewal options. Interested parties are encouraged to engage via email to receive the RFI documentation.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in durable marine paint manufacturing and supply, particularly those with advanced solutions that can reduce maintenance and lifecycle costs in harsh marine conditions. Companies that thrive in innovative material science, and environmental sustainability in product offerings, will find themselves well-positioned to compete in this procurement. With the procurement method being above threshold and carried out through a market engagement process, businesses adhering to high standards in product quality and reliability will have a competitive edge in contributing to Trinity House's objectives for long-term marine vessel protection.

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Notice Title

CM14 - GLA Marine Coating Systems

Notice Description

Supply of Buoy and Vessel paint, split under 2 lots. The objective is to identify coating systems that offer long-term protection in harsh marine environments while reducing maintenance needs and lifecycle costs.

Planning Information

A request for information (RFI) process is being undertaken via email. If you would be interested in taking part, please email etender@trinityhouse.co.uk to receive the RFI documentation. The deadline for RFI submissions to be returned to Trinity House is EOD 22/05/2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068e63
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039419-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44810000 - Paints

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£971,224 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRINITY HOUSE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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