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title: "Expression of interest - Thames Wreck Maintenance"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f7d95676-6265-4b62-a240-1becf3e68e5c"
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# Expression of interest - Thames Wreck Maintenance

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f7d95676-6265-4b62-a240-1becf3e68e5c

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Expression of interest - Thames Wreck Maintenance" is managed by the Defra Network eTendering Portal. This tender, aimed at recovering and removing sunken and abandoned vessels on the River Thames, falls under the marine services category, with a total value of £140,000. The procurement method is classified as limited, using a competitive quotation process under the threshold, with the tender period set to conclude on 19th March 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 5th July 2021 and will last until 17th December 2021. The primary delivery location for this project is in the South East of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in marine services or related sectors. Companies specialising in environmental management, marine engineering, and salvage operations are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, leveraging their expertise to participate in this crucial initiative to maintain the integrity and safety of the River Thames.

## Notice

Recovery/Removal of sunken and abandoned vessels on the River Thames.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73abfcf4-cba7-46fb-a68b-300610769400 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jul 2021 - 17 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | KINGS MEADOW ROAD |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG1 8DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Reading |
| Electoral ward | Thames |
| Westminster constituency | Reading Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98360000 - Marine services

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2021 at 09:47 - TenderCancellation - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73abfcf4-cba7-46fb-a68b-300610769400
- 15 Mar 2021 at 17:18 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2536323-0201-46d8-8bf8-19c8767ddbcf
- 15 Mar 2021 at 16:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2536323-0201-46d8-8bf8-19c8767ddbcf
- 15 Mar 2021 at 16:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2536323-0201-46d8-8bf8-19c8767ddbcf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73abfcf4-cba7-46fb-a68b-300610769400
  16th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2536323-0201-46d8-8bf8-19c8767ddbcf
  15th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=50921
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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