--- title: "Contract for Regulating the Operation of Autonomous MASS >24m length" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-86b8c95d-881a-439f-8bf9-79766953b34b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-86b8c95d-881a-439f-8bf9-79766953b34b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-86b8c95d-881a-439f-8bf9-79766953b34b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-86b8c95d-881a-439f-8bf9-79766953b34b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY" published: "2021-07-21" --- # Contract for Regulating the Operation of Autonomous MASS >24m length Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-86b8c95d-881a-439f-8bf9-79766953b34b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-86b8c95d-881a-439f-8bf9-79766953b34b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-86b8c95d-881a-439f-8bf9-79766953b34b.json) ## Summary The MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency, located in Southampton, is initiating a tender for a contract titled "Contract for Regulating the Operation of Autonomous MASS >24m length". This procurement falls within the shipping operations industry category and is currently in the planning stage. Key milestones include an engagement end date set for 23rd July 2021. Interested bidders are encouraged to register their interest to participate, as the agency intends to invite them to tender in early July 2021. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to engage in cutting-edge maritime regulation projects aligned with the UK's Maritime 2050 Strategic Ambitions. Companies specialising in maritime technology, clean maritime growth, and research consultancy services would be well-suited to compete in this process. The initiative aims to foster innovation while promoting economic benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for those poised to contribute to the future of maritime operations in the UK. ## 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. 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 (please read the attachment for further details). Please register your interest for this opportunity here: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/public/registration It is our intention to invite interested bidders to tender in early July. Additional information: You will need to be registered here to access the document and register your interest: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/go/public/registration Please look for the following ITT: itt_400 - Contract for Regulating the Operation of Autonomous MASS >24m length ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f80e6c55-db3b-400e-aba2-7719d55c9949 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jul 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Jul 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | 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 | SO18 2PG | | 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 | Bitterne Park | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 60640000 - Shipping operations - 73210000 - Research consultancy services ## Release History - 21 Jul 2021 at 09:07 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f80e6c55-db3b-400e-aba2-7719d55c9949 - 24 Jun 2021 at 11:09 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be468726-afbf-4e6f-ac90-35b65b273bf3 - 17 Jun 2021 at 13:52 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3807e936-91e8-4b25-9efa-5e0db2d32108 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f80e6c55-db3b-400e-aba2-7719d55c9949 21st July 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be468726-afbf-4e6f-ac90-35b65b273bf3 24th June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3807e936-91e8-4b25-9efa-5e0db2d32108 17th June 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e0bcbf6e-485c-47cf-821d-3d851e109809 n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5d785d48-be02-4399-ba56-1e3a459ff244 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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