Scope
Description
DP World the owner and operator of London Gateway Port Limited is seeking Expressions of Interest from companies, organizations and consortiums interested in acting as a partner and umbrella organization to manage, add-value, act as a focal point and coordinate the identified training, education and development needs at the facility (and potentially at other identified locations). It is anticipated that the successful partner will enter a 3-year contract with DP World, with the option for an extension of a further 2 years.
Interest notifications should include details and experience of the potential partner and outline commentary on their proposed delivery methodology, needs expectations, commissioning model and financial arrangements.
Shortlisted parties will then be invited to a meeting to discuss further the proposed partnership.
It is DP Worlds expectation that a preferred partner will be identified by September so that plans for the first year of operation can be made in advance of opening of the facility in April 2026.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 2 April 2029
- Possible extension to 1 April 2031
- 5 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
It is anticipated that the successful partner will enter a 3-year contract with DP World, with the option for an extension of a further 2 years.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80500000 - Training services
Contract locations
- UKH32 - Thurrock
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
UK suppliers
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 July 2025
Enquiry deadline
1 September 2025, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
16 September 2025, 11:59pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Utilities
Contracting authority
LONDON GATEWAY PORT LIMITED
- Companies House: 04341592
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXWY-9334-MHJV
No 1 London Gateway
Stanford-le-hope
SS17 9DY
United Kingdom
Region: UKH32 - Thurrock
Organisation type: Private utility