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Vessel Management System

THE CORPORATION OF TRINITY HOUSE OF DEPTFORD STROND

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

20 Jul 2026 at 13:09

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

17 Jul 2026 at 16:22

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Corporation of Trinity House of Deptford Strond, a central government public authority based in London, is currently in the planning stage of procuring a Vessel Management System (VMS) to support two new buoy tender vessels as part of its vessel replacement programme. This initiative falls under the services sector with industry categories related to ships, boats, and ship repair and maintenance services. The procurement process is at the market engagement stage, allowing Trinity House to gather insights on market solutions, technologies, and commercial models. Interested suppliers are encouraged to participate in this exercise by accessing the Request for Information (RFI) document via the Delta eSourcing portal. The deadline for submission is 20th August 2026, with plans for future notices by 29th October 2026. The contract is anticipated to start on 1st November 2026 and potentially extend through 2033.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses in the marine technology and services sector, particularly those specialising in vessel management solutions. Firms with expertise in innovative management systems, technological implementation, and ship maintenance services are well-suited to compete. Participating in this early engagement allows businesses to align their offerings with Trinity House's requirements and influence the development of a future procurement process. The engagement exercise opens doors for feedback, innovation demonstrations, and building strategic partnerships with a reputable central government entity, fostering both immediate and long-term business opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vessel Management System

Notice Description

Trinity House is currently considering the future provision of a Vessel Management System (VMS) to support two new buoy tender vessels being introduced as part of the vessel replacement programme. Existing fleet management arrangements for the current vessel fleet will remain in place during this period, with Danaos continuing to support the legacy vessels. Any future procurement resulting from this market engagement is therefore anticipated to focus on the implementation of a vessel management solution for the two new vessels only. The purpose of this market engagement is to better understand the solutions available in the market, associated implementation approaches, commercial models, and innovation opportunities to inform future procurement and contract award decisions. To Respond to this Opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/V668NJN2KR

Planning Information

Trinity House is undertaking a market engagement exercise to inform the potential future procurement of a Vessel Management System (VMS) to support two new buoy tender vessels being introduced as part of its vessel replacement programme. The RFI document, including draft requirements and supporting information, is available for interested suppliers to access via the Delta eSourcing portal: To Respond to this Opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/V668NJN2KR Suppliers wishing to participate are requested to register on the Delta portal and download the RFI documentation. The purpose of this engagement is to help Trinity House better understand the current market, available technologies, commercial approaches, implementation considerations, and future innovations relevant to vessel management solutions. Information gathered through this exercise will be used to inform business case development, requirements refinement, and any future procurement activity. Trinity House welcomes feedback on all aspects of the RFI documentation and is particularly interested in understanding any areas that suppliers consider unclear, restrictive, or that may present challenges to market participation. This market engagement exercise does not constitute a call for competition, commitment to commence a procurement process, or any commitment by Trinity House to award a contract. Trinity House reserves the right to amend, supplement or withdraw any aspect of the documentation at its sole discretion. Participation in this exercise is entirely voluntary, and suppliers will not be disadvantaged in any future procurement process should they choose not to respond. Suppliers wishing to participate should complete the response template contained within the RFI documentation and upload their completed submission via the Delta eSourcing portal by the stated deadline. Responses submitted outside of the portal may not be considered. Suppliers are encouraged to provide as much detail as possible in response to the questions contained within the RFI, together with any supporting information they consider relevant to assist Trinity House in understanding available solutions, implementation approaches, commercial models, and market capabilities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ce4b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068270-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

34500000 - Ships and boats

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Oct 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CORPORATION OF TRINITY HOUSE OF DEPTFORD STROND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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