Framework agreement for flexible VTS services in case of operational urgency
Tender Summary
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges Public Limited Company in Belgium from Europe region has released this tender for On April 3 2026 the Port of Antwerp-Bruges shipping guidance service better known as VTS Vessel Traffic Services celebrated its fifth anniversary VTS ensures the safe and efficient guidance of shipping traffic behind the locks in the Antwerp port area for both maritime and inland navigation The goal To prevent accidents on the water and ensure smooth shipping traffic The Antwerp docks are divided into four sectors each with its own VHF or navigation channel Donk Polder Waasland and Weel Currently three sectors are active the Waasland sector is not in use The purpose of this framework agreement is to ensure the availability of flexible VTS operators both for unfilled shifts in the monthly schedule and in cases of operational urgency in order to guarantee the continuity of service The service provider s designated for this purpose are responsible for the safe and efficient guidance of shipping traffic within the VTS area flexible operational service This includes among other things o providing information and giving advice directions to road users in Dutch and English o monitoring the traffic situation via radar AIS camera images and other technical means o coordinating activities to promote traffic flow and o immediately reporting and acting upon incidents in accordance with legal provisions and internal POAB procedures Additionally the assignment includes support for the proper functioning of technical installations reporting malfunctions handling administrative follow-up such as reports and logbooks and participating in safety exercises training with tender notice no. PPP0B3-19818/6141/B11384_001 published on 10 Sep 2026. The tender is due to expire on 29 Sep 2026. This tender is sourced from Official Website and is eligible for suppliers interested in Standby vessel services, Vessel registration services, Vessel Monitoring. Interested bidders can obtain further information including complete bid documents or ways to participate by registering on Tender Impulse and referencing via Tender Impulse ID 14754351.
Tender Details
Tender NoticeTI Ref: 14754351
Tender Notice No
PPP0B3-19818/6141/B11384_001
Tender Organisation
Port of Antwerp-Bruges Public Limited Company
Tender Sector
Tender Service
Worldwide
Tender Region
Tender Project Location
Tender CPV
63725200 : Standby vessel services63726100 : Vessel registration services63726700 : Vessel Monitoring
Tender Document Type
Tender Notice
Tender Deadline
29 Sep 2026 5 days left
Tender Description
On April 3 2026 the Port of Antwerp-Bruges shipping guidance service better known as VTS Vessel Traffic Services celebrated its fifth anniversary VTS ensures the safe and efficient guidance of shipping traffic behind the locks in the Antwerp port area for both maritime and inland navigation The goal To prevent accidents on the water and ensure smooth shipping traffic The Antwerp docks are divided into four sectors each with its own VHF or navigation channel Donk Polder Waasland and Weel Currently three sectors are active the Waasland sector is not in use The purpose of this framework agreement is to ensure the availability of flexible VTS operators both for unfilled shifts in the monthly schedule and in cases of operational urgency in order to guarantee the continuity of service The service provider s designated for this purpose are responsible for the safe and efficient guidance of shipping traffic within the VTS area flexible operational service This includes among other things o providing information and giving advice directions to road users in Dutch and English o monitoring the traffic situation via radar AIS camera images and other technical means o coordinating activities to promote traffic flow and o immediately reporting and acting upon incidents in accordance with legal provisions and internal POAB procedures Additionally the assignment includes support for the proper functioning of technical installations reporting malfunctions handling administrative follow-up such as reports and logbooks and participating in safety exercises training
Tender Bidding Type
Tender Document
Frequently Asked Questions About This Tender
Who has issued this tender, and what is it for?
The tender has been issued by Port of Antwerp-Bruges Public Limited Company in Belgium. Such a type of tender falls under Standby vessel services, Vessel registration services, Vessel Monitoring, within the Transportation Ports & Waterways sector, and is listed on Tender Impulse under notice number PPP0B3-198186141B11384001.
What are the key dates for this tender?
The notice was published on 10 Sep 2026 and submissions close on 29 Sep 2026. Late bids are rarely accepted in public procurement, so aim to have your documents ready several days before the closing date.
Which CPV codes apply to this tender?
It is classified under CPV codes 63725200, 63726100, 63726700, which correspond to Standby vessel services, Vessel registration services, Vessel Monitoring. If your company supplies these products or services, these are the codes to save in your alert profile so no matching tender passes you by.
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