--- title: "REGULATING THE OPERATION OF AUTONOMOUS AND REMOTELY OPERATED VESSELS >24M LENGTH" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY" published: "2021-11-01" --- # REGULATING THE OPERATION OF AUTONOMOUS AND REMOTELY OPERATED VESSELS >24M LENGTH Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-309aadaa-10e7-418c-bcbc-d4ca3970d08e.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being led by the MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency, which is focusing on regulating the operation of autonomous and remotely operated vessels over 24 metres in length. This tender falls under the shipping operations industry category and is set in the South West of England. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender is currently in the planning stage, with bids due by 29 November 2021. The total value of the contract is £31,000, and it is anticipated to start on 13 December 2021, concluding on 31 March 2022. This tender provides a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the maritime sector, particularly those specialising in research, consultancy, and regulatory advisory services. Businesses that can contribute to the development of regulations aligned with the UK's clean maritime growth ambitions and innovation in maritime technology will be especially well-placed to compete. Engaging with this contract could help position firms at the forefront of the UK's maritime safety and technological advancements. ## Notice As the government's leading maritime agency, the MCA is tasked with developing and continually evolving regulations that supports the UKs future ambitions and does not constrain our ability to be bold, innovative and forward thinking whilst at the same time not compromising on fundamental principles. Inline with Maritime 2050 Strategic Ambitions, the MCA is supporting the UK to: - Lead the way in taking action on clean maritime growth enjoying economic benefits from being an early adopter or fast mover. - Strengthen our reputation for maritime innovation, maximising benefits to the UK from new maritime technology through our world leading universities, maritime small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and global companies. - Continue to be recognised as the global leader in maritime safety and security standards and expertise worldwide. The MCA has a requirement for a number of Work Packages to be completed to deliver a report on regulating the operation of Autonomous MASS Additional information: You will need to be registered here to access the documents for this ITT and submit your bid: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/public/registration ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/168f3fed-5544-428c-88e0-bbaae11aa393 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Dec 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £31,000 | | 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 | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 60640000 - Shipping operations - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis - 71314000 - Energy and related services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79140000 - Legal advisory and information services ## Release History - 1 Nov 2021 at 16:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/168f3fed-5544-428c-88e0-bbaae11aa393 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/168f3fed-5544-428c-88e0-bbaae11aa393 1st November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://dft.app.jaggaer.com Link to eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/public/registration ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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