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title: "PROVISION OF MINIMUM CAPACITY DFDS"
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# PROVISION OF MINIMUM CAPACITY DFDS

Buyer: THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24095ccb-aa2b-496e-8276-5881e973912a

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Provision of Minimum Capacity DFDS" was initiated by The Department for Transport in England, focusing on transport services (excluding waste transport). The procurement was completed with a value of £3,068,766, awarded to DFDS A/S. The tender period ended on 10th May 2020, and the contract period ran from 11th May 2020 to 12th July 2020, with the procurement method characterized as a direct single tender action below threshold. The address for delivery was specified to be within the United Kingdom.

This opportunity can significantly benefit transport service providers looking to expand their operations, particularly those with capabilities to handle the minimum capacity requirements for ferry services between Dover and Dunkerque. Businesses with expertise in maritime logistics, transport management, and maritime compliance would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Engaging with such contracts can help build a strong portfolio and establish valuable relationships within the public sector, fostering further growth in the transportation industry.

## Notice

PROVISION OF MINIMUM CAPACITY Dover-Dunkerque

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0c77b93-d74b-49cf-8aef-2364c4b427f1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 10 May 2020 - 12 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,068,766 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,068,766 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DFDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 28 Sep 2020 at 12:36 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0c77b93-d74b-49cf-8aef-2364c4b427f1
- 6 Jul 2020 at 07:16 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0c77b93-d74b-49cf-8aef-2364c4b427f1
- 29 Jun 2020 at 11:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0c77b93-d74b-49cf-8aef-2364c4b427f1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0c77b93-d74b-49cf-8aef-2364c4b427f1
  28th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/54e5e44b-defe-4ca6-97d5-3b156af8c3d9
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1550d14f-208d-4292-91c3-799d3ae0b1ed

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