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Prior Information Notice

International Freight Forwarding Services

  • First published: 26 November 2023
  • Last modified: 26 November 2023

The buyer is not using this website to administer the notice.

To record your interest or obtain additional information or documents please find instructions within the Full Notice Text. (NOTE: Contract Award Notices and Prior Information Notices do not normally require a response)

Contents

Summary

OCID:
ocds-h6vhtk-041c7e
Published by:
CalMac Ferries Limited
Authority ID:
AA21565
Publication date:
26 November 2023
Deadline date:
-
Notice type:
Prior Information Notice
Has documents:
No
Has SPD:
No
Has Carbon Reduction Plan:
N/A

Abstract

CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) operates a fleet of 33 vessels running to over 50 ports and harbours throughout the Scottish West Coast and Islands.

Each vessel undergoes annual maintenance and overhaul, as a result of this the company is required to import items such as mechanical spares , components and machinery. In rare circumstances CFL is required to export components to manufacturers located in mainland Europe.

Due to the nature of our operations, CFL requires to enter into Agreement with a supplier that can provide a re-active and fast-paced service which includes out-of-hours support.

At a high-level, CalMac is seeking the following services:

- Upon receiving the appropriate shipping documentation from CFL, the supplier will investigate and prepare necessary freight quotations based on requirements (courier, road freight, air freight, sea freight, urgent dedicated vehicle). This could include providing multiple options for CFL’s review.

- Once confirmation and instructions have been provided by CFL, the supplier will be required to progress a collection and delivery, they will liaise with the freight forwarder of choice to organise collection and provide any necessary documentation (e.g. AWB, Bill of Lading etc). At this point, the supplier will advise of any missing documentation that could hold up delivery.

- CFL will issue customs clearance instructions that the supplier will then use in line with the CDS system to ensure smooth delivery and no issues with customs clearance.

-The supplier will ensure that end to end delivery is made to the destination of choice and keep CFL updated on any issues that need to be resolved (e.g. missed collections, missing documentation).

- The provider will then invoice accordingly ensuring that the PO number is listed on the invoice.

- The provide must also provide access to Management Reporting data to enable identification of trends which will be discussed with a CFL Contract Manager. Prior to Contract Management meetings the supplier will be required to complete a scorecard and must provide insight into current and potential issues that may affect the movement of international goods.

- A full and detailed specification will be issued upon the release of the Invitation to Tender which will be published through the Public Contracts Scotland-Tender online portal.

Full notice text

Prior information notice

This notice is for prior information only

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1) Name and addresses

CalMac Ferries Limited

Ferry Terminal

Gourock

PA19 1QP

UK

Telephone: +44 7974884681

E-mail: ruairidh.black@calmac.co.uk

NUTS: UKM

Internet address(es)

Main address: http://www.calmac.co.uk

Address of the buyer profile: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10923

I.2) Joint procurement

The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body

I.3) Communication

Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address


I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Body governed by public law

I.5) Main activity

Other: Ferry Operator

Section II: Object

II.1) Scope of the procurement

II.1.1) Title

International Freight Forwarding Services

II.1.2) Main CPV code

63521000

 

II.1.3) Type of contract

Services

II.1.4) Short description

CalMac Ferries Ltd is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to manage its end-to-end International Freight requirements.

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: No

II.2) Description

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

63521000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKM

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) operates a fleet of 33 vessels running to over 50 ports and harbours throughout the Scottish West Coast and Islands.

Each vessel undergoes annual maintenance and overhaul, as a result of this the company is required to import items such as mechanical spares , components and machinery. In rare circumstances CFL is required to export components to manufacturers located in mainland Europe.

Due to the nature of our operations, CFL requires to enter into Agreement with a supplier that can provide a re-active and fast-paced service which includes out-of-hours support.

At a high-level, CalMac is seeking the following services:

- Upon receiving the appropriate shipping documentation from CFL, the supplier will investigate and prepare necessary freight quotations based on requirements (courier, road freight, air freight, sea freight, urgent dedicated vehicle). This could include providing multiple options for CFL’s review.

- Once confirmation and instructions have been provided by CFL, the supplier will be required to progress a collection and delivery, they will liaise with the freight forwarder of choice to organise collection and provide any necessary documentation (e.g. AWB, Bill of Lading etc). At this point, the supplier will advise of any missing documentation that could hold up delivery.

- CFL will issue customs clearance instructions that the supplier will then use in line with the CDS system to ensure smooth delivery and no issues with customs clearance.

-The supplier will ensure that end to end delivery is made to the destination of choice and keep CFL updated on any issues that need to be resolved (e.g. missed collections, missing documentation).

- The provider will then invoice accordingly ensuring that the PO number is listed on the invoice.

- The provide must also provide access to Management Reporting data to enable identification of trends which will be discussed with a CFL Contract Manager. Prior to Contract Management meetings the supplier will be required to complete a scorecard and must provide insight into current and potential issues that may affect the movement of international goods.

- A full and detailed specification will be issued upon the release of the Invitation to Tender which will be published through the Public Contracts Scotland-Tender online portal.

II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:

08/01/2024

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1) Description

IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.3) Additional information

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=751338.

(SC Ref:751338)

VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice

24/11/2023

Coding

Commodity categories

ID Title Parent category
63521000 Freight transport agency services Transport agency services

Delivery locations

ID Description
100 UK - All

Alert region restrictions

The buyer has restricted the alert for this notice to suppliers based in the following regions.

ID Description
There are no alert restrictions for this notice.

About the buyer

Main contact:
ruairidh.black@calmac.co.uk
Admin contact:
N/a
Technical contact:
N/a
Other contact:
N/a

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