--- title: "International Freight Forwarding Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-041c7e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-041c7e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-041c7e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-041c7e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED" published: "2024-02-01" --- # International Freight Forwarding Services Buyer: CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-041c7e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-041c7e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-041c7e.json) ## Summary The buying organization, CalMac Ferries Ltd, is seeking to award a Framework Agreement for International Freight Forwarding Services. This procurement falls under the services main procurement category and is classified under the CPV code 63521000 for Freight transport agency services. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a communicated future notice date of January 8, 2024. Businesses interested in this opportunity should note the submission deadline of March 4, 2024, and the invitation date of March 29, 2024. Businesses involved in the freight transport industry, particularly those experienced in providing end-to-end international freight services, are well-suited to compete for this tender. CalMac Ferries Ltd is specifically looking for suppliers that can offer reactive and fast-paced services including out-of-hours support. The procurement will be conducted using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation method, with emphasis placed on both technical and price criteria in the award. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to secure a contract for an initial term of 24 months, with potential extensions up to a further 24 months, allowing for long-term business growth opportunities. ## Notice CalMac Ferries Ltd is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to manage its end-to-end International Freight requirements. ### Lot Information Lot 1 CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) operates a fleet of 33 vessels running to over 50 ports and harbours throughout the Scottish West Coast and Islands. Each vessel undergoes annual maintenance and overhaul, as a result of this the company is required to import items such as mechanical spares , components and machinery. In rare circumstances CFL is required to export components to manufacturers located in mainland Europe. Due to the nature of our operations, CFL requires to enter into Agreement with a supplier that can provide a re-active and fast-paced service which includes out-of-hours support. At a high-level, CalMac is seeking the following services: - Upon receiving the appropriate shipping documentation from CFL, the supplier will investigate and prepare necessary freight quotations based on requirements (courier, road freight, air freight, sea freight, urgent dedicated vehicle). This could include providing multiple options for CFL's review. - Once confirmation and instructions have been provided by CFL, the supplier will be required to progress a collection and delivery, they will liaise with the freight forwarder of choice to organise collection and provide any necessary documentation (e.g. AWB, Bill of Lading etc). At this point, the supplier will advise of any missing documentation that could hold up delivery. - CFL will issue customs clearance instructions that the supplier will then use in line with the CDS system to ensure smooth delivery and no issues with customs clearance. -The supplier will ensure that end to end delivery is made to the destination of choice and keep CFL updated on any issues that need to be resolved (e.g. missed collections, missing documentation). - The provider will then invoice accordingly ensuring that the PO number is listed on the invoice. - The provide must also provide access to Management Reporting data to enable identification of trends which will be discussed with a CFL Contract Manager. Prior to Contract Management meetings the supplier will be required to complete a scorecard and must provide insight into current and potential issues that may affect the movement of international goods. - A full and detailed specification can be found on the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal. Renewal: After the initial Term of 24 months there will be the option to extend by up to a further 24 months, this may be split into 2 x 12 month periods. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003371-2024 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Feb 2024 | | Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2024 | | Future notice date | 8 Jan 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | 6 months prior to the expiry of this Agreement. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED | | Locality | GOUROCK | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA19 1QP | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire | | Local authority | Inverclyde | | Electoral ward | Inverclyde West | | Westminster constituency | Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services ### Codes - 63521000 - Freight transport agency services ## Release History - 1 Feb 2024 at 13:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003371-2024 - 24 Nov 2023 at 08:46 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034757-2023 ## Notice URLs - http://www.calmac.co.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000751338 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10923 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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