Scope
Reference
PSL/C0165/Taxi Transfers Medway
Description
Peel Ports owns and operates six of the UK's most important ports (Port of Liverpool, Heysham Port, Manchester Ship Canal, Medway (Sheerness / Chatham), Clyde port (Greenock, Hunterston, Ardrossan) and Great Yarmouth). It also operates a container terminal in Dublin. Port of Sheerness Limited is conducting pre-market engagement to understand the commercial position and capability of the supply base for the service provision of taxi's to transfer marine pilots across the Medway port, in preparation for a future procurement. A summary of the requirements are detailed below: Scope of Supplier service The future tender process will seek a comprehensive taxi service solution for pilot transfers at the Port of Sheerness, which may include but not be limited to: • 24/7 Availability: Provision of services 365 days a year, including unsociable hours, to meet the demands of vessel arrivals and departures. • Geographic Coverage: Services primarily focused on the Port of Sheerness and its immediate surroundings, including designated pilot boarding/landing locations and potentially local pilot accommodation. • Vehicle Fleet: A fleet of well-maintained, licensed, and appropriate vehicles suitable for transporting individuals and potentially small amounts of pilot equipment safely and comfortably. Consideration may be given to requirements for vehicle types (e.g., saloon cars, multi-passenger vehicles). • Professional Drivers: Experienced, licensed, and vetted drivers with excellent local knowledge, strong communication skills, and a commitment to punctuality, reliability, and safety. Drivers may be required to undergo specific port-related inductions or training. • Efficient Dispatch and Communication: Robust and reliable booking, dispatch, and communication systems to effectively manage service requests, track journeys, and communicate with port personnel and pilots. This may include the use of technology-based solutions. • Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Provision of regular performance data, including journey times, response times, service usage, and key performance indicators (KPIs) as defined by Peel Ports Group.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,400,000 excluding VAT
- £1,700,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 1 April 2029
- Possible extension to 1 April 2031
- 5 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 60120000 - Taxi services
Contract locations
- UKJ4 - Kent
Engagement
Engagement deadline
6 May 2025
Engagement process description
Peel Ports Marine Procurement intends to conduct a preliminary market engagement to gather information and insights from potential suppliers regarding the provision of a taxi service within Medway to transfer pilots across the Medway port. This engagement will inform the development of the specifications and procurement strategy for a future tender. Location: Sheerness Port Purpose of Engagement This PMEN serves as a preliminary market engagement to: • Inform the market of our future intention to tender for these services. • Gather information on the capabilities, experience, and innovative solutions available from taxi service providers operating in the relevant geographic area. • Understand current market trends and pricing structures for similar service provisions. • Identify potential challenges and opportunities associated with the provision of these services within a port environment. • Refine the scope and requirements for the future tender process based on market feedback. • Identify potential suppliers who may be interested in participating in the future tender. Engagement Activities: • Requests for information (RFIs) or questionnaires. • One-to-one meetings with interested suppliers who demonstrate a strong likelihood of being able to meet our specification
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
6 August 2025
Procedure
Special regime
Utilities
Contracting authority
PORT OF SHEERNESS LIMITED
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDMT-7482-WCQQ
Maritime Centre
Liverpool
L21 1LA
United Kingdom
Contact name: Peel Ports Sourcing Team
Email: sourcing@peelports.com
Website: https://www.peelports.com
Region: UKD73 - Sefton
Organisation type: Private utility