---
title: "Water Shuttle Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068ded"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068ded.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-29"
---

# Water Shuttle Service

Buyer: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068ded

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## Summary

Portsmouth City Council has awarded a contract for the provision of a water shuttle service from Port of Portsmouth International Port (PIP) to Gunwharf Quays, specifically catering to cruise ship passengers. The procurement falls under the services category, emphasising water transport services. This contract, in the award stage as of 29th April 2026, has been signed with SOLENT CRUISES LIMITED, commencing on 11th April 2026 and concluding on 31st December 2026. The procurement method is classified as below threshold, and the contract value is £35,000 GBP. Operations are expected to unfold within the region of Portsmouth, United Kingdom, under the classification of public authority - sub-central government.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in marine transport and tourism services. Businesses with expertise in passenger transportation and logistical operations in maritime settings are likely to benefit from such contracts, potentially increasing their visibility and clientele in the area. The agreement provides avenues for growth in the transportation services industry, allowing businesses to leverage Portsmouth's vibrant maritime economy and establish themselves as key players in the region's tourism infrastructure.

## Notice

Provision of water shuttle service from PIP to Gunwharf Quays for cruise ship passengers

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039162-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 10 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 2AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOLENT CRUISES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60600000 - Water transport services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 11:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039162-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039162-2026
  29th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.solentcruises.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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