--- title: "CONTRACT FOR REGULATING THE OPERATION OF AUTONOMOUS AND REMOTELY OPERATED VESSEL" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-786688cd-d8d9-4a3d-986d-5d87c0046d02" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-786688cd-d8d9-4a3d-986d-5d87c0046d02" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-786688cd-d8d9-4a3d-986d-5d87c0046d02.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-786688cd-d8d9-4a3d-986d-5d87c0046d02.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY" published: "2021-08-23" --- # CONTRACT FOR REGULATING THE OPERATION OF AUTONOMOUS AND REMOTELY OPERATED VESSEL Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-786688cd-d8d9-4a3d-986d-5d87c0046d02 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-786688cd-d8d9-4a3d-986d-5d87c0046d02) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-786688cd-d8d9-4a3d-986d-5d87c0046d02.json) ## Summary The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is currently inviting tenders for a contract titled "CONTRACT FOR REGULATING THE OPERATION OF AUTONOMOUS AND REMOTELY OPERATED VESSEL". This procurement falls under the category of shipping operations and is situated in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender process is at the planning stage, with submissions due by 6th September 2021. The contract value is set at £29,000 and aims to engage small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to develop regulations that promote clean maritime growth in line with the UK’s strategic ambitions for 2050. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on maritime technology and regulations. Companies with expertise in shipping operations and innovative solutions for autonomous vessels would be particularly well-positioned to compete. The open procurement method encourages a wide array of SMEs to participate, enabling them to contribute to the UK's leadership in maritime safety and innovation while potentially securing a valuable contract that supports economic growth in this sector. ## Notice 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. In line 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 ITT 472 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/1d75d2b4-3a73-4672-8f80-ff0f5411eee4 | | 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 | 23 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Sep 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £29,000 | | 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) ### Codes - 60640000 - Shipping operations ## Release History - 23 Aug 2021 at 11:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d75d2b4-3a73-4672-8f80-ff0f5411eee4 - 23 Aug 2021 at 11:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d75d2b4-3a73-4672-8f80-ff0f5411eee4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d75d2b4-3a73-4672-8f80-ff0f5411eee4 23rd August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dff95c6a-b683-4ed0-8aa9-92c44a9ce32c n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/edd35511-6e27-42e5-8792-9ae9545bd610 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/787dd247-384f-465f-a795-cfca4a3eb548 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fe8dab40-1538-473d-9611-d1e9075f5931 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d114d7aa-a5ff-4458-b499-575fb5c6089b n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8c52617e-1470-4450-80c7-3dc053d97cd0 n/a ## 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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