Provision of Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) software and support services

Tender description

Port of Dover is seeking information from suppliers of Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) software and support services in advance of a procurement process anticipated to be held in early 2025. Lot 1: Overview · Our current Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) hardware and software was implemented in 2018. · Port of Dover is embarking on an upgrade of the associated hardware. Our objective, and the focus of this request for information, is to implement a replacement for our current VTS software at the same time. Scope and 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. · Port of Dover intends to supply all hardware components. · The scope does not include replacement of Radar, CCTV, AIS, VHF system, and Radar Sensors. However, these elements will need to be integrated with the implemented system. Supplier 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. · Interested suppliers are requested to email PODtender@portofdover.com referencing this PIN and providing the correct contact details (name, email, phone number) to facilitate pre-procurement engagement. Next Steps · The Port of Dover intends to issue a Request for Proposal for this business. · It is not anticipated at this time that this procurement will be required to follow a regulated published procedure. Timeline We anticipate starting the procurement process early in 2025.