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title: "PROVISION OF LIQUID CARGO OPERATING SUMILATOR (LICOS) TRAINING FOR RFA PERSONNEL"
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# PROVISION OF LIQUID CARGO OPERATING SUMILATOR (LICOS) TRAINING FOR RFA PERSONNEL

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e626bb23-8366-4222-a243-6252a12d58c6

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently conducting a tender for the provision of Liquid Cargo Operating Simulator (LICOS) training for Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) personnel, aimed at enhancing the safe operation of tankers and cargo management. The procurement process is underway and is classified under services, specifically pertaining to training simulators. The tender was published on 25th January 2021 and is set to close on 22nd February 2021. The anticipated contract period will begin on 31st March 2021 and last until 31st March 2025, with a total budget of £99,637. The training is to be conducted in the South East and South West regions of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses providing specialised training services, particularly those with expertise in liquid cargo operations and simulator training. Companies that focus on maritime training, safety compliance, and operational procedures in the shipping industry would be especially well-suited to compete. The open procurement method encourages participation, offering a chance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage with a significant contract that could enhance their portfolio and reputation within this niche market.

## Notice

The RFA are required to train Deck Officers in the safe operation of Tankers, including cargo management and legislation. The RFA utilise Liquid Cargo Operations/Handling Courses, to supply training to RFA personnel; this course is not currently available through the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and cannot be run 'in house'. Failure to ensure this training will result in lower levels of SQEP within the RFA, potentially resulting in the increase in hazardous incidents as well as increased likelihood of marine pollution. This will pose significant risk to the operational capability of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary and therefore the Royal Navy. This course will provide personnel with the background knowledge that will allow them to better understand vessel suitability for tanker operations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96a8dc22-7d3a-4f72-ad19-b93d93d3272a |
| 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 | 25 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,637 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34152000 - Training simulators

## Release History

- 25 Jan 2021 at 10:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96a8dc22-7d3a-4f72-ad19-b93d93d3272a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96a8dc22-7d3a-4f72-ad19-b93d93d3272a
  25th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b3d29525-ea62-48c6-bb10-79059f1e7b64

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