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title: "Provision of Vessel Tracking Services Transition from GPA"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
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# Provision of Vessel Tracking Services Transition from GPA

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a773049a-bee2-4f43-afdd-230acb451827

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Defence, focuses on the "Provision of Vessel Tracking Services Transition from GPA". This project falls under the support equipment category (CPV 35820000) and is being conducted through a direct procurement method classified as a single tender action below the financial threshold. The contract is set to run from 28 September 2018 to 28 March 2019. The tender participation period concluded on 20 July 2018, with the award announcement made on 14 September 2018 and published on 19 October 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in marine consultancy, technology solutions, and support services related to vessel tracking. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in technical solutions and project management within the maritime industry would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract can enhance their portfolio and open pathways for future partnerships with governmental bodies and larger contractors.

## Notice

1. Technical Discussion with The Authority to be held at WHSS 2. Visit to survey the status of the WHSS VTS system. 3. Generate a Solution to maintain radar feeds to WHSS and GPA without the current degradation a. Generate a Proposal to detail following but not limited to: 1. Status of the VTS system 2. Technical Solution to maintain radar picture at GPA and WHSS Contract Award + 2 Weeks

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fc76621-58e0-43fe-9c54-f3455b92fb4c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 27 Sep 2018 - 28 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,539 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £11,539 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MARINE AND RISK CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35820000 - Support equipment

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2018 at 09:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fc76621-58e0-43fe-9c54-f3455b92fb4c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fc76621-58e0-43fe-9c54-f3455b92fb4c
  19th October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/110c6d91-8b70-4bfd-a960-2913b0d94af6
  UEW/008
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/24a6b219-cec9-4ac9-a8a0-898acbc1dd86
  UEW/008

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