Scope
Reference
C0394
Description
UKRI wishes to establish a framework agreement (Agreement) for the provision of a port agent to act as their representative in Harwich (and other UK ports where required) and carry
out operational functions on behalf of the British Antarctic Survey. The purpose of this procurement is to appoint a Supplier to support in delivering a broad range of services
The full requirement is detailed in the Specification.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Framework
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
single supplier framework - call offs when required
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Contract 3. UKRI-4804 BAS UK Home Port of Harwich
Supplier
Contract value
- £2,800,000 excluding VAT
- £3,360,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
15 October 2025
Contract dates
- 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2029
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 63721000 - Port and waterway operation services and associated services
- 63726000 - Miscellaneous water transport support services
- 98362100 - Marine-base support services
- 63721200 - Port operation services
- 98362000 - Port management services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Supplier
S.C.A. - SHIPPING CONSULTANTS ASSOCIATED LTD
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQDT-3312-TXZJ
25 Military Road
Chatham
ME4 4JG
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ41 - Medway
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): Yes
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 3. UKRI-4804 BAS UK Home Port of Harwich
Contracting authority
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDQJ-7126-JDHG
Polaris House
Swindon, Wiltshire
SN2 1FL
United Kingdom
Contact name: Kate Richardson
Telephone: 07562167366
Email: nercprocurement@ukri.org
Website: https://www.ukri.org/
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - central government