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title: "Expression of Interest - Thames Wreck Management"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8577b448-d69d-45ea-bd82-6d0307b586eb"
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buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
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# Expression of Interest - Thames Wreck Management

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8577b448-d69d-45ea-bd82-6d0307b586eb

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Expression of Interest - Thames Wreck Management" seeks to engage contractors for the recovery and removal of sunken and abandoned vessels on the River Thames. This tender is issued by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, operating within the marine services industry category. The procurement is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 19th March 2021. The contract, valued at £140,000, is scheduled to commence on 5th July 2021 and concludes on 13th December 2021. The location for service delivery is specified as the South East region of the United Kingdom, and the procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those in marine services, environmental management, and waste removal sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. By engaging in this contract, businesses can enhance their visibility and networks while contributing to the sustainable management of the River Thames.

## Notice

Recovery/Removal of sunken and abandoned vessels on the River Thames.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf94d96a-1072-4af7-a6bc-9c64b2436c17 |
| 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 | 15 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jul 2021 - 13 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | KINGS MEADOW ROAD |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG1 8DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Reading |
| Electoral ward | Thames |
| Westminster constituency | Reading Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98360000 - Marine services

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2021 at 17:16 - TenderCancellation - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf94d96a-1072-4af7-a6bc-9c64b2436c17
- 15 Mar 2021 at 17:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/706680af-3295-42fb-b2ba-1fb7b3f93a35

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf94d96a-1072-4af7-a6bc-9c64b2436c17
  15th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/706680af-3295-42fb-b2ba-1fb7b3f93a35
  15th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1186634a-6dab-4762-bfe4-b2ca9d50cd64
  n/a
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=50921
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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