--- title: "Vessel Traffic Service" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e501" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e501" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e501.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e501.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DOVER HARBOUR BOARD" published: "2025-02-20" --- # Vessel Traffic Service Buyer: DOVER HARBOUR BOARD Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e501 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e501) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e501.json) ## Summary The Dover Harbour Board intends to issue a tender titled "Vessel Traffic Service" for providing Vessel Traffic Services software, hardware, and support services. This procurement falls under the industry category of port management services (CPV: 98362000) and is located at the Port of Dover (UKJ44). The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with the Request for Proposal expected by mid to late March 2025. Key dates include a future notice on 20th February 2025. The project aims to source and implement IALA-compliant VTS software, refresh hardware and software, integrate existing sensors, and ensure compliance with the NIS2 Directive. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in maritime traffic control systems and port management services. Companies with experience in similar implementations, particularly those that can provide robust software and hardware solutions compliant with governmental safety and operations standards, will find this tender promising. Proactive hardware and software support experience is crucial, as ongoing maintenance and integration with existing systems are required. Vendors capable of delivering reliable and compliant VTS solutions, offering long-term support, will be well-suited to compete in this procurement process, potentially leading to business growth and new collaborations with a prominent UK port authority. ## Notice The Port of Dover intends to issue a tender for the provision of Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) software, hardware and other support services by the end of March 2025. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Overview* Our current Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) hardware and software was implemented in 2018. Current Definition of ScopeThis project is to replace the Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) software and associated hardware, scope comprises:* Replacing our current VTS software* Replacing all 'end of life' VTS workstation and server computer hardware with DHB standard Dell computers, including five-year hardware warranty.* Integrate existing sensors with new VTS Software* Remove redundant systemsThe need for this work is two-fold; (i) because of DHB's work on ensuring compliance with NIS2 and providing ongoing VTS system reliability and availability of critical system hardware it was concluded the best way forward would be for the VTS system architecture to be simplified, and (ii) current hardware reaching 'end of life', necessitating replacement of PC hardware, software, and user interfaces (displays).Key requirements:* Source an appropriate replacement VTS IALA compliant software solution.* Implement the refresh and update of the VTS hardware, operating systems, and VTS software.* The implemented system must meet requirements of the NIS2 Directive.* Ongoing support will likely be required.* The work does not include replacement of Radar, CCTV, AIS, VHF system, and Radar Sensors. These will remain as is but will need to be integrated with the implemented system.Vendor Expectations:* Companies expressing an interest will be expected to have previous experience of such implementations and be able to evidence this through an upcoming PQQ followed by a tender.Next StepsThe Port of Dover intends to issue a Request for Proposal for this business.TimelineWe intend to start this project in mid to late March 2025. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006223-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 20 Feb 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DOVER HARBOUR BOARD | | Locality | DOVER | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT17 9BU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Dover | | Electoral ward | Town & Castle | | Westminster constituency | Dover and Deal | | Delivery location | TLJ44 East Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 34931500 - Vessel traffic control equipment - 98362000 - Port management services ## Release History - 20 Feb 2025 at 13:52 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006223-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://www.portofdover.com/corporate/suppliers-prospective-suppliers/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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