Tender

UKRI-1441 NERC Vessels Maintenance Framework

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently in the tender phase for the "UKRI-1441 NERC Vessels Maintenance Framework" project, which involves the maintenance refits of vessels including RRS "James Cook", RRS "Discovery", and RRS "Sir David Attenborough". This contract falls within the repair and maintenance services of ships sector and has a total value of £45 million. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 21st February 2022 at 12:00, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st May 2022, lasting for three years with the possibility of a two-year extension.

This procurement opportunity is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate expertise in ship repair and maintenance. The successful contractor will benefit from a fixed-term contract, providing potential for steady income over the duration of the project, with added opportunities for global support in emergency repairs outside of scheduled maintenance. Businesses with experience in maritime services and maintenance standards set by flag states and classification societies should consider participating in this tender to leverage their capabilities and grow their market presence.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1441 NERC Vessels Maintenance Framework

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate. Date: 07/02/2022 Time: 12:00 to read 21/02/2022 Time 12:00 Instead of: 07 February 2022 Time: 12:00 Read New: 21 February 2022 Time: 12:00 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. UKRI are seeking to engage in a fixed period contract with one company/entity to undertake refits on RRS "James Cook", RRS "Discovery" and RRS "Sir David Attenborough" for a period of three years with options for a further two. The successful bidder for the vessel refits will also be able to provide global support should emergency repairs/dockings be required to be undertaken outside of scheduled maintenance periods To ensure vessels are maintained to the standards required by UKRI, Flag State and Classification Society requirements. To provide continuity in maintenance standards and utilise one organisation that will gain experience and knowledge of the UKRI vessels. To cover the global footprint of operations for UKRI vessels.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69adbeb8-4c4c-47fc-96fe-8aca2dc9d38b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2022 - 30 Apr 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

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