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title: "Emergency Towage Vessel"
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buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
published: "2022-07-29"
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# Emergency Towage Vessel

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-201fb4af-b363-48be-a289-1d4e16880d82

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is seeking to renew its Emergency Towage Vessel (ETV) managed service contract, with a total value of £25,258,000. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, having been published on 29 July 2022. This open procedure allows for various bids and is set to close on 2 September 2022. The service is primarily categorized under 'Hire of vessels with crew', and the contract, once awarded, will commence on 1 January 2023 and run until 31 December 2027. The operational area for this service will be based in north/north west Scotland.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the maritime sector, particularly those specialising in vessel operations and crew services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as this contract size is well-suited to foster competitive bidding from versatile suppliers looking to enhance their market presence. Companies with experience in emergency towing operations or related maritime services will find this procurement process particularly relevant for expanding their business capabilities in the region.

## Notice

To renew the Emergency Towage Vessel (ETV) managed service contract based in north/north west Scotland.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a46c79b3-894c-4971-8c83-51a774c8e34a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,258,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO15 1EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Banister & Polygon |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2022 at 16:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a46c79b3-894c-4971-8c83-51a774c8e34a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a46c79b3-894c-4971-8c83-51a774c8e34a
  29th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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