Designated Person services for Newport and Ventnor Harbours in accordance with the Port Marine Safety Code (PMSC)

The Isle of Wight Council ("the Authority") invites Quotes from suitably qualified suppliers ("Potential Suppliers") for the provision of Designated Person services for Newport and Ventnor Harbours in accordance with the Port Marine Safety Code (PMSC).

The Port Marine Safety Code requires that all UK harbour authorities, including Newport and Ventnor Harbours (statutory harbours), appoint a Designated Person (or Persons). The Designated Person is required to provide independent assurance that the safety management system (SMS) is functioning correctly and to audit the harbour authority's compliance with the Code.

The term of the contract shall be 1 April 2022 until 31 March 2025 with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years at the sole discretion of the Authority.

The closing date for receipt of Quotes is 14:00Hrs on 14 January 2022.

Additional information: Potential suppliers can register their interest and download the tender pack by visiting https://procontract.due-north.com/opportunities and searching for tender reference number DN585296. The estimated values set out in this notice are the total estimated value for the duration of the term including any possible extension period.