Concession contract for the maritime service to the Îles d’Or: Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Le Levant

Summary

This tender concerns a public service concession for the maritime service to the Îles d’Or, comprising Porquerolles, Port-Cros and Le Levant. The contract covers five sea routes operated by a dedicated company for a five-year term starting 1 April 2027, with arrangements for vessel provision, crew, logistics, and passenger and cargo handling. The operator must implement a full passenger information and ticketing system (SAEIV/SIV), manage reservations, ensure environmental and safety compliance, and undertake marketing, communications, and information duties. It requires formation of a dedicated legal entity, adherence to qualification and compliance requirements, and submission of all mandatory documents; tariffs and payments to TPM, port authorities, and compliance with regulatory provisions are included. Close coordination with TPM and port authorities is required, including performance measurement, annual reporting, maintenance of vessels, and contingency arrangements for service continuity over the five-year period, subject to penalties for non-compliance.