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

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 [email protected] 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.