International Freight Forwarding Services
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CalMac Ferries Ltd is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to manage its end-to-end International Freight requirements. Lot 1: CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) operates a fleet of 33 vessels running to over 50 ports and harbours throughout the Scottish West Coast and Islands. Each vessel undergoes annual maintenance and overhaul, as a result of this the company is required to import items such as mechanical spares , components and machinery. In rare circumstances CFL is required to export components to manufacturers located in mainland Europe. Due to the nature of our operations, CFL requires to enter into Agreement with a supplier that can provide a re-active and fast-paced service which includes out-of-hours support. At a high-level, CalMac is seeking the following services: - Upon receiving the appropriate shipping documentation from CFL, the supplier will investigate and prepare necessary freight quotations based on requirements (courier, road freight, air freight, sea freight, urgent dedicated vehicle). This could include providing multiple options for CFL’s review. - Once confirmation and instructions have been provided by CFL, the supplier will be required to progress a collection and delivery, they will liaise with the freight forwarder of choice to organise collection and provide any necessary documentation (e.g. AWB, Bill of Lading etc). At this point, the supplier will advise of any missing documentation that could hold up delivery. - CFL will issue customs clearance instructions that the supplier will then use in line with the CDS system to ensure smooth delivery and no issues with customs clearance. -The supplier will ensure that end to end delivery is made to the destination of choice and keep CFL updated on any issues that need to be resolved (e.g. missed collections, missing documentation). - The provider will then invoice accordingly ensuring that the PO number is listed on the invoice. - The provide must also provide access to Management Reporting data to enable identification of trends which will be discussed with a CFL Contract Manager. Prior to Contract Management meetings the supplier will be required to complete a scorecard and must provide insight into current and potential issues that may affect the movement of international goods. - A full and detailed specification will be issued upon the release of the Invitation to Tender which will be published through the Public Contracts Scotland-Tender online portal.
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12 months ago
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CalMac Ferries Ltd
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- ruairidh.black@calmac.co.uk
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