RFI - Provision of Dedicated Fixed Wing SAR Services - AMSA is seeking information from commercialaviation organisations that have, or could have, the necessary capability, s- AMSA is seeking information from commercial aviation organisations that have, or could have, the necessary capability, skills and experience to provide dedicated fixed wing search and rescue services as outlined in this RFI. The schedules provide background information on current services and outline preliminary considerations and
Request for Information ( RFI) regarding the provision of dedicated fixed wing search and rescue services.
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The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather market intelligence on the provision of dedicated fixed wing search and rescue (SAR) services. This RFI is a prelude to a potential future procurement process. AMSA is seeking information on market interest, capability, options, and potential risks associated with delivering these services. Respondents are invited to provide details on their experience, aircraft capabilities, crew arrangements, base locations, mission systems, and cost estimates. The RFI outlines current SAR operations, future requirements, and desired service characteristics, including availability, response times, and aircraft specifications. Responses are due by 13 March 2026 and must be lodged via Austender.
The response closing time for this RFI is 2:00 PM Canberra local time on 13 March 2026.
The bid notice states that contract payments will likely comprise a monthly standing fee and an hourly aircraft rate for AMSA tasked hours. The monthly standing fee will be subject to performance-based abatement for service levels below the required standard. AMSA will commence payments only from the start of service delivery.
The RFI seeks information from commercial aviation organisations that have, or could have, the necessary capability, skills, and experience to provide dedicated fixed wing search and rescue services.
The bid notice mentions that the monthly standing fee will be subject to performance-based abatement for service levels below the required standard.
Respondents may submit questions, concerns, or requests for clarification to the authorised point of contact up until five working days prior to the response closing time.
RFI - Provision of Dedicated Fixed Wing SAR Services - AMSA is seeking information from commercial aviation organisations that have, or could have, the necessary capability, s- AMSA is seeking information from commercial aviation organisations that have, or could have, the necessary capability, skills and experience to provide dedicated fixed wing search and rescue services as outlined in this RFI. The schedules provide background information on current services and outline preliminary considerations and
provision of dedicated fixed wing search and rescue services
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The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is seeking information from commercial aviation organizations for dedicated fixed-wing search and rescue services. The closing time for responses is 2:00 PM Canberra local time on March 13, 2026. Respondents must direct any questions, concerns or requests for clarification regarding this RFI to the authorised point of contact in writing up until five working days in the act prior to the response closing time. Lodgement is through Austender.
The contract payments will likely comprise a monthly standing fee and an hourly aircraft rate for amsa tasked hours. contract payments will likely comprise a monthly standing fee and an hourly aircraft rate for amsa tasked hours.
The monthly standing fee will be subject to performancebased abatement for service levels below the required standard. he monthly standing fee will be subject to performancebased abatement for service levels below the required standard.
The closing date for questions is March 6, 2026. closing date for questions 6 mar 2026
For reference, the tender for amsas current contract had a first year standing charge budget of 32. 5mil, which has been subject to annual indexation, and that annual figure is currently 43. 4mil ex gst. for reference, the tender for amsas current contract had a first year standing charge budget of 32. 5mil, which has been subject to annual indexation, and that annual figure is currently 43. 4mil ex gst.
RFI - Provision of Dedicated Fixed Wing SAR Services - AMSA is seeking information from commercial aviation organisations that have, or could have, the necessary capability, s- AMSA is seeking information from commercial aviation organisations that have, or could have, the necessary capability, skills and experience to provide dedicated fixed wing search and rescue services as outlined in this RFI. The schedules provide background information on current services and outline preliminary considerations and
STCW Seafarer Certificate of Medical Fitness - AMSA is seeking provider( s) to supply and manage seafarer medical examinations for the International Conventio- This Approach to Market ( ATM) seeks to identify the services of suitably qualified provider( s) to supply and manage seafarer medical examinations for the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers ( STCW) Certificate of Medical Fitness in Australia, on AMSA s behalf. AMSA is also responsible f
SA & NT MOBILIS JET **** HV BUOY COATING APPLICATION, AtoN FIT OUT AND INSTALLTION - SA and NT mobilis jet **** hv buoy coating application, AtoN fit out and installation- Between **** and **** AMSA installed fourteen ( 14) Mobilis Jet **** polyethylene buoys in Northern Territory and South Australia. The four ( 4) Northern Territory buoys were installed in **** to replace existing larger 8 x 28 steel buoys and ten ( 10) new AtoN sites were established in Spencer Gulf, South Australia between **** and ****.
Procurement approach to market for the provision of SA NT Mobilís Jet **** HV buoy coating application, ATO fit out and installation. SA NT Mobilís Jet **** HV buoy coating application, ATO fit out and installation.
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The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is seeking tenders for the provision of services related to the coating application, fit-out, and installation of new Mobilís Jet **** HV buoys and associated equipment at various locations in South Australia and the Northern Territory. The project must be completed by May 31, 2026. Tenderers must hold an ABN or ARBN. The tender must be submitted electronically via Austender. Requests for further information must be submitted by August 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM Canberra local time. The evaluation criteria include experience, work methodology, timing, project documentation, and compliance. A draft contract is attached for review.
The bid notice states The project must be completed prior to 31 May 2026 including acceptance of the completion report by amsa.
The bid notice states The warranty period for the purpose of clause 19 of the draft contract is 2 years for workmanship installation and, 5 years for the protective coating application as per s8. 4 from the date the works are deemed complete.
The bid notice states The objective of the evaluation is to identify the tenderer which represents the best value for money.
The bid notice states enderers must meet the following conditions for participation in this atm: a the tenderer must hold an australian business number abn or an australian registered body number arbn.
The bid notice states a site visit will not be provided for this tender.
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