Woolwich Ferry - Intelligent Dock Locking System
Transport for LondonEstimated Value
Up to £198,260
Deadline
Not specified
Published
12 January 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
Woolwich Ferry has been utilising Intelligent Dock Locking System(IDLS) for the past 6 years. There are two IDLS at each terminal, they are the magnetic locks that hold the vessels in place as passengers and vehicles embark/disembark every 15minutes at the Woolwich Ferry terminals. This award represents an award to AutoMooring Solutions to provide support services for the IDLS on a 2year + 2year optional extension basis.
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AutoMooring Solutions
£198,260
Likely incumbents
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- 1
London Central
21 contracts wonlatest 18 Feb 2026£107m
total awarded
- 2
Stagecoach East London
18 contracts wonlatest 24 Nov 2025£85m
total awarded
- 3
Transport UK London
14 contracts wonlatest 18 Feb 2026£89m
total awarded
- 4
Stagecoach Selkent
14 contracts wonlatest 9 Jan 2026£75m
total awarded
- 5
Arriva London North
13 contracts wonlatest 3 Feb 2026£91m
total awarded
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Transport for LondonKey Dates
Published
12 January 2026
Submission deadline
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Notice type
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