Tender

Patrol Launch Refit

BROADS AUTHORITY

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Tender

28 May 2026 at 16:15

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Broads Authority, a public authority within sub-central government located in Norwich, is seeking a contractor for the annual refit of five patrol launches. This project, titled "Patrol Launch Refit", falls under the industry category of Port and Waterway Operation Services. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a competitive open procurement method in place. The contract is set to begin in November 2026 and will span three years, with potential extension of up to two additional years. The deadline for tender submissions is on 25th June 2026, and inquiries must be submitted by 11th June 2026. The activities will primarily occur in various regions of the United Kingdom, including UKH14, UKH15, UKH16, and UKH17.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in maritime maintenance services, particularly those with experience in refit projects for waterway patrolling vessels. Companies proficient in delivering technical expertise and demonstrating experience through trade references will find this contract valuable for expanding their portfolios. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to compete, given the open competition approach within the specified below-threshold category. The contract's financial scope, valuing up to £48,000 annually, emphasises competitive pricing and proven technical and operational capabilities, making it an attractive proposition for companies looking to establish a long-term service relationship within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Patrol Launch Refit

Notice Description

Broads Authority ('the Authority') is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to carry out the annual refit of five (5) patrol launches. The Broads the Authority has a number of launches for the purposes of patrolling the waterways. These launches are used all year round however patrols are somewhat reduced over the winter period and during this period the patrol launches undergo their annual refit. The refit period starts the first week in November and last launch must be completed no later than two weeks before Easter holiday period of following year. The contract will be for an initial period of three years starting November 2026, with an option for the Broads Authority to extend this by a further 2 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended by a further two years if agreeable by both parties.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a830
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050533-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63721000 - Port and waterway operation services and associated services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 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
BROADS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 1RY
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC, TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk, TLH16 North and West Norfolk, TLH17 Breckland and South Norfolk
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Thorpe Hamlet
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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