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title: "THV Alert Replacement Rigid Inflatable Boat"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d035"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TRINITY HOUSE"
published: "2025-10-20"
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# THV Alert Replacement Rigid Inflatable Boat

Buyer: TRINITY HOUSE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d035

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## Summary

The contracting process for the "THV Alert Replacement Rigid Inflatable Boat" is being managed by Trinity House, a central government public authority based in London, United Kingdom. The procurement is in the planning stage with a focus on the acquisition of a new rigid hull inflatable boat, categorised under the industry of boats. Key details include a milestone for market engagement scheduled for completion by 7th November 2025. The procurement's initial phase involves generating interest via a preliminary market engagement notice. The anticipated contract period extends from 8th December 2025 to 27th February 2026, with full delivery expected before 31st March 2026. The tender is valued at £97,940 gross.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing or supplying boats to align with Trinity House's specifications. Companies capable of providing high-quality, durable inflatable boats will find this tender especially beneficial for growth, particularly given the clear timelines and structured engagement approach. Businesses adept at navigating government procurement processes, with experience in providing goods to public authorities, are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Furthermore, the structured engagement period provides suppliers an opportunity to establish valuable connections prior to the full tender release.

## Notice

The Trinity House Vessel Alert has a requirement to replace its current Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat with a new unit. The current unit is beyond economical repair due to the cost of upcoming maintenance. The replacement boat will need to adhere to Trinity House specification which will be included within the tender documents when the tender is published. Full delivery will need to be completed before 31st March 2026. To view this notice, please click here: https://trinityhouse.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=982383197

### Planning Information

This Preliminary Market Engagement Notice has been published to generate interest in the forthcoming procurement of a Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat to act as a daughter craft for Trinity House Vessel Alert. If you wish to be contacted at the time of publication, please contact Trinity House via the eDelta website and your details will be added to the list of potential suppliers, and you will be notified at the time of publication.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066892-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Dec 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £78,352 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TRINITY HOUSE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC3N 4DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Tower |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34520000 - Boats

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2025 at 18:05 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066892-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066892-2025
  20th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://trinityhouse.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=982383197
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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