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title: "OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework"
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# OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework

Buyer: THE OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04cf6d

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## Summary

The Oil and Pipelines Agency (OPA) is currently in the tender stage for the OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework, inviting bids for professional services within the marine services industry category. This procurement is being conducted through an open procedure and includes eight lots focusing on various aspects of marine safety and services. The tender is active, with a submission deadline of 18 February 2025. Located in Gosport, UK, the estimated total value of the framework is £2,400,000. The contract periods for each lot span 1440 days with an option for OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at their discretion. Bidders are advised that any selection will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement, and variant submissions are not allowed.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises, with expertise in marine terminal operations and safety management. Companies specialising in port management services, marine safety software systems, and training are well-suited to compete for these lots. The diverse nature of the requirements—including safety code compliance, digital system implementations, and internal auditing—provides multiple entry points for businesses to engage in public sector contracts, demonstrating their competencies and expanding their market presence. Successful bidders will support OPA’s ongoing marine safety initiatives, thereby contributing to safer marine operations and fostering business growth through long-term collaboration.

## Notice

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out below. Tenderers should possess experience of the type of projects and the environments they will be delivered in, particularly Marine Terminal experience or similar for fuel storage operators. This submission of previous services will be used during the tender evaluation process to demonstrate competence to undertake future services on behalf of OPA

### Lot Information

OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework Lot 1, Port Marine and Facilities Safety Code (PMSC) Requirements

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out in Lot 1 table Appendix 4. LOT 1 - Port Marine and Facilities Safety Code (PMSC) Requirements Requirements of Marine Facilities within a Dockyard Harbour Authority Area Requirements of Marine Facilities within a Statutory Harbour Authority Area Requirements of Marine Facilities within a Non-Statutory Harbour Authority Area Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2F366N4EAF

Renewal: Initial Two years + two 12 month extension periods - The Framework will operate for two years with an option for the OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at the discretion of the OPA.

OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework Lot 2 : Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF)

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out in Lot 2 table Appendix 4. LOT 2 Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) Requirements for Oil Terminals Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q79269J5HZ If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the OPA eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@opa.delta-esourcing.com.

Renewal: Initial Two years + two 12 month extension periods - The Framework will operate for two years with an option for the OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at the discretion of the OPA.

OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework Lot 3 Dockyard Port Marine Safety Policy (DPMSC)

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out in Lot 3 table Appendix 4. LOT 3 Dockyard Port Marine Safety Policy (DPMSC) Requirements of Marine Facilities within Dockyard Ports Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/5529996V98 If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the OPA eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@opa.delta-esourcing.com.

Renewal: Term: Initial Two years + two 12 month extension periods - The Framework will operate for two years with an option for the OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at the discretion of the OPA.

OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework Lot 4 Development, update and review of the MSMS for the OPA

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out in Lot 4 table Appendix 4. LOT 4 Development, update and review of the MSMS for the OPA including: oEstablish legal basis and guidance requirements of PMSC and OCIMF oReview Marine Safety System Manuals which document OPA policy oCollate, review and rationalize operating manuals and procedures oReview, rationalize and/or establish tools, forms and checklists for support marine safety oEstablish process of continuous improvement and review. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/989QCNJ746 If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the OPA eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@opa.delta-esourcing.com.

Renewal: Initial Two years + two 12 month extension periods - The Framework will operate for two years with an option for the OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at the discretion of the OPA.

OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework Lot 5 Provision of online digital marine safety management system software

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out in Lot 5 table Appendix 4. LOT 5 Provision of online digital marine safety management system software to support: oManagement and control of MSMS documents oCreation and management of actions oCollect, capture, analyse and present key safety metrics to enable continuous improvement oEnsure end-to-end traceability for compliance oIntegrate with OPA incident management and risk assessment software systems Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/6X9Z7J945E If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the OPA eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@opa.delta-esourcing.com.

Renewal: Initial Two years + two 12 month extension periods - The Framework will operate for two years with an option for the OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at the discretion of the OPA. The OPA reserve the right to change the terms of this Framework as a result of the forthcoming White Paper following the announcement in the Queens Speech of a New Procurement Bill due in the last quarter of 2021

OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework Lot 6 Specialist marine safety management training

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out in Lot 6 table Appendix 4. LOT 6 Specialist marine safety management training, including for example: oMooring line Handling Training oDuty Holder oPMSC Compliance and Familiarization Training to: Duty Holder(s) Safety Managers Depot Staff oMSMS training (integrated with the online digital marine safety management system software provision) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/A4287T79C4 If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the OPA eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@opa.delta-esourcing.com.

Renewal: Initial Two years + two 12 month extension periods - The Framework will operate for two years with an option for the OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at the discretion of the OPA.

OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework Lot 7 Support for internal auditing

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out in Lot 7 table Appendix 4. LOT 7 Support for internal auditing oProvision of support to the OPA Marine Manger in conducting annual integrated PMSC / OCIMF audits Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/QU367T9S62 If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the OPA eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@opa.delta-esourcing.com.

Renewal: Initial Two years + two 12 month extension periods - The Framework will operate for two years with an option for the OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at the discretion of the OPA. The OPA reserve the right to change the terms of this Framework as a result of the forthcoming White Paper following the announcement in the Queens Speech of a New Procurement Bill due in the last quarter of 2021.

OPA T615/1 Marine Safety Support Services Framework Lot 8 Ad hoc Marine Safety Support

The OPA is seeking a range of professional services as set out in Lot 8 table Appendix 4. LOT 8 Ad hoc Marine Safety Support oSupport to OPA Marine Manager in actioning internal and external marine safety audit findings and actions as requested. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ETDBYX8895 If you experience any technical difficulties from accessing the above url, then please contact the OPA eSourcing Helpdesk on call 0800 923 9236 or email helpdesk@opa.delta-esourcing.com.

Renewal: Initial Two years + two 12 month extension periods - The Framework will operate for two years with an option for the OPA to extend the agreement by up to an additional two years, entirely at the discretion of the OPA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000979-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,400,000 |
| Lots value | £1,120,000 |
| 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 | THE OIL AND PIPELINES AGENCY |
| Locality | GOSPORT |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO12 1AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire |
| Local authority | Gosport |
| Electoral ward | Forton |
| Westminster constituency | Gosport |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98360000 - Marine services
- 98362000 - Port management services
- 98362100 - Marine-base support services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2025 at 10:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000979-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://gov.uk/opa
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2F366N4EAF
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/5529996V98
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/6X9Z7J945E
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/989QCNJ746
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/A4287T79C4
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ETDBYX8895
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q79269J5HZ
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/QU367T9S62
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/respond/WN8VH567RJ
- https://opa.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Gosport:-Marine-services./WN8VH567RJ
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Gosport:-Marine-services./WN8VH567RJ

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