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title: "Ocean Tanker Vetting Services (Subscription) - Award Notice"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5a5ae97f-a2ef-45c6-b685-6c3dfc0b2d7e"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
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# Ocean Tanker Vetting Services (Subscription) - Award Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5a5ae97f-a2ef-45c6-b685-6c3dfc0b2d7e

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is the awarding authority for the contract titled "Ocean Tanker Vetting Services (Subscription) - Award Notice," which pertains to the ship-operating services industry category. The services are contracted to operate within the United Kingdom, specifically England. This procurement process is in the award stage, with the award notice published on 10th March 2026. The tender period concluded on 18th February 2026, and the contract period commenced on 19th February 2026 and will run until 18th February 2027. The procurement method utilised was a limited competitive quotation below the threshold, which is favourable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in maritime services or ship operations. The procurement process favours competitive quotations, which allows smaller enterprises to leverage their niche expertise and competitive pricing strategies. Given the service's focus on ocean tanker vetting, businesses with proven track records in maritime safety and compliance assessments will find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities. Collaborating with the Ministry of Defence signifies a prestigious opportunity to enhance reputation and gain access to future government contracting possibilities.

## Notice

Ocean Tanker Vetting Services (Subscription) - Award Notice

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc3d54cc-81b0-4982-a4e9-0819a57b3248 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Feb 2026 - 18 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63726600 - Ship-operating services

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2026 at 09:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc3d54cc-81b0-4982-a4e9-0819a57b3248

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc3d54cc-81b0-4982-a4e9-0819a57b3248
  10th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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