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title: "Expression Of Interest - Thames Wreck Management - Phase 2"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9baaa320-81dc-4d7a-a74e-dd5251d7393c"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
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# Expression Of Interest - Thames Wreck Management - Phase 2

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9baaa320-81dc-4d7a-a74e-dd5251d7393c

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "Expression Of Interest - Thames Wreck Management - Phase 2," is being conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal. This initiative falls under the marine services industry category and is set in the South East region of England, specifically addressing various locations along the River Thames. Currently in the planning stage, the engagement end date is specified for 3rd September 2021. Interested parties can find further details in the early engagement notice published on 26th August 2021, which outlines the requirements for contractors to dispose of recovered vessels properly.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in marine services and waste management. Companies well-suited for this contract should have experience in managing marine infrastructure and a capability to handle wreck removal and disposal. Engaging with this tender offers businesses a chance to expand their service offerings and participate in environmentally sustainable practices critical to managing the River Thames effectively.

## Notice

The works will be at various locations on the River Thames and has been split into two packages; this is Phase 2 and consists of only wrecks in the Upper Reaches. All recovered vessels must be properly disposed by the contractor.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59cca5ed-cd76-4b9c-b4fd-751dc7640b87 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Sep 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98360000 - Marine services

## Release History

- 26 Aug 2021 at 09:59 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59cca5ed-cd76-4b9c-b4fd-751dc7640b87

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59cca5ed-cd76-4b9c-b4fd-751dc7640b87
  26th August 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2200150e-d331-4fdc-b0e7-c353cf5568b9
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