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title: "TCA 3/7/1168 Cross-Domain Study into the Regulation of Maritime Autonomy"
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# TCA 3/7/1168 Cross-Domain Study into the Regulation of Maritime Autonomy

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b8f614af-bca2-4c3f-ab68-59fa136a89ae

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## Summary

The Department for Transport is currently conducting a procurement process titled "TCA 3/7/1168 Cross-Domain Study into the Regulation of Maritime Autonomy." This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on feasibility studies, advisory services, and analysis related to Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS). The procurement is at the active tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 27th November 2020. The contract is valued at £40,000 and is open for applications from various delivery locations including the United Kingdom and other jurisdictions.

This contracting opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in maritime regulation, compliance, and technology. Companies well-suited to compete include consultants with expertise in safety and environmental impact assessments, as well as firms that can analyse international regulatory frameworks. Engaging in this tender could enhance business growth through partnerships with government agencies and the development of innovative regulatory solutions in the evolving field of maritime autonomy.

## Notice

The MCA requires a study to: 1.Characterise the challenges presented in regulating the safety, environmental impact and security of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS). 2.Characterise other nations' approaches and international approaches to the regulation of MASS. 3.Identify lessons from the approaches adopted by regulatory regimes in other sectors in regulating the safety, environmental impact and security of autonomy, complex systems and novel technologies. Additional information: To apply and have access to the tender documentation please register here: https://dft.app.jaggaer.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fae53201-4532-4a6b-85f1-aafbaf103497 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Dec 2020 - 8 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO15 1EG |
| 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 | Banister & Polygon |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

## Release History

- 6 Nov 2020 at 14:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fae53201-4532-4a6b-85f1-aafbaf103497

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fae53201-4532-4a6b-85f1-aafbaf103497
  6th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://dft.app.jaggaer.com

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