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title: "Provision of Staff to deliver Training and consultancy work in Maritime Simulators."
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# Provision of Staff to deliver Training and consultancy work in Maritime Simulators.

Buyer: LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a42f4171-950b-415d-902f-f11e16645a5f

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## Summary

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) recently completed a procurement process for the "Provision of Staff to deliver Training and consultancy work in Maritime Simulators." This procurement, classified under the industry categories of ship bridge simulators and development consultancy services, was managed under the Light Touch Regime. The tender process concluded on 24th February 2025, and contracts were awarded to Castle Marine Consultancy and CM Marine Limited on 21st May 2025. The scope of work includes delivering bespoke short course programmes, consultancy, research, and associated projects in maritime simulators, executed from the start date of 1st April 2025 through to 31st March 2029. The main delivery location for this project is in the North West, United Kingdom, with the total contract value being £240,000.

This contract offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs with capabilities in maritime simulation training and consultancy services. As LJMU aims to establish a framework agreement with multiple suppliers, businesses with accredited expertise in delivering specialised maritime training can benefit greatly. Organisations that can provide innovative consultancy and development services within the maritime sector are well-suited to compete and engage in this long-term partnership, providing expansive service opportunities over a four-year period. The project's alignment with niche maritime simulator technology further presents a unique space for businesses to develop and showcase tailored solutions, enhancing their portfolio and market presence.

## Notice

Liverpool John Moores University wish to establish a framework agreement , where we select a number of compliant supplier(s) to be appointed to the agreement. Bidders must have the capability and accredited expertise to deliver in accordance with this specification and includes the bespoke short course programmes, consultancy, research and associated work in maritime simulators, split into separate projects in line with defined scope of work for each project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa714a4-31c8-4d3b-8043-2b10db38b369 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Light Touch Regime |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 May 2025 - 25 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £240,000 |
| 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 | LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L2 2QP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CASTLE MARINE CONSULTANCY; CM MARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 34931400 - Ship bridge simulators
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services

## Release History

- 13 Jun 2025 at 22:21 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa714a4-31c8-4d3b-8043-2b10db38b369
- 13 Jun 2025 at 22:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa714a4-31c8-4d3b-8043-2b10db38b369
- 24 Jan 2025 at 18:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dcc0df5-7075-4bc1-939e-b3f8d47b7c33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3aa714a4-31c8-4d3b-8043-2b10db38b369
  13th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dcc0df5-7075-4bc1-939e-b3f8d47b7c33
  24th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/Home
  This is a call for competition under the Light Touch Regime. Please do not make direct contact with the Buyer - please register and access documentation via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/Home

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ljmu.ac.uk

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