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title: "Patrol Launch Refit"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a830"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BROADS AUTHORITY"
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# Patrol Launch Refit

Buyer: BROADS AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a830

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## Summary

The Broads Authority, a public authority within sub-central government located in Norwich, is seeking a contractor for the annual refit of five patrol launches. This project, titled "Patrol Launch Refit", falls under the industry category of Port and Waterway Operation Services. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a competitive open procurement method in place. The contract is set to begin in November 2026 and will span three years, with potential extension of up to two additional years. The deadline for tender submissions is on 25th June 2026, and inquiries must be submitted by 11th June 2026. The activities will primarily occur in various regions of the United Kingdom, including UKH14, UKH15, UKH16, and UKH17.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in maritime maintenance services, particularly those with experience in refit projects for waterway patrolling vessels. Companies proficient in delivering technical expertise and demonstrating experience through trade references will find this contract valuable for expanding their portfolios. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to compete, given the open competition approach within the specified below-threshold category. The contract's financial scope, valuing up to £48,000 annually, emphasises competitive pricing and proven technical and operational capabilities, making it an attractive proposition for companies looking to establish a long-term service relationship within the public sector.

## Notice

Broads Authority ('the Authority') is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to carry out the annual refit of five (5) patrol launches. The Broads the Authority has a number of launches for the purposes of patrolling the waterways. These launches are used all year round however patrols are somewhat reduced over the winter period and during this period the patrol launches undergo their annual refit. The refit period starts the first week in November and last launch must be completed no later than two weeks before Easter holiday period of following year. The contract will be for an initial period of three years starting November 2026, with an option for the Broads Authority to extend this by a further 2 years.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended by a further two years if agreeable by both parties.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050533-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Nov 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | £40,000 |
| 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 | BROADS AUTHORITY |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 1RY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Thorpe Hamlet |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | TLH14 Suffolk CC, TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk, TLH16 North and West Norfolk, TLH17 Breckland and South Norfolk |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63721000 - Port and waterway operation services and associated services

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 16:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050533-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050533-2026
  28th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.broads-authority.gov.uk/about-us/how-we-work/transparency/invitations-to-tender
  For full tender pack please see link

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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