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Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build)

Orkney Islands Council

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02 Jun 2022 at 09:33

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Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council is seeking tenders for the supply of one new towage boat (design and build) to support safe and reliable towage services in the Scapa Flow and Kirkwall harbour areas. This procurement falls under the goods category and has an estimated value of £7,500,000. The tender is currently in the active stage, with bids due by 4th July 2022. Upon successful contract award, the project timeline anticipates completion from August 2022 to January 2023 for the first lot and September 2022 to July 2025 for the second lot. The open procedure allows electronic submissions, and suppliers must ensure compliance with the Council’s specifications and relevant regulations.

This procurement presents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in marine engineering, boat construction, and related equipment suppliers. Firms with capabilities in designing, building, and equipping tug boats, particularly those with knowledge of modern construction methodologies and environmental standards, will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, local businesses may benefit from indirect community gains, including potential job creation and the provision of training for staff in new technologies, thereby contributing to long-term business growth in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build)

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council, as Statutory Harbour Authority (the "Authority") has a requirement for the supply of one design and build tug boat which meets the Council's specification, which are required to provide a safe and reliable towage service in the Scapa Flow (including Flotta Oil Terminal) and Kirkwall harbour areas.

Lot Information

Supply of One New Tug Boat (Design and Build) - Currently Under Construction

The Basic Specification is given as a guide as to the specific requirements of the Owner. 1.1. The principal dimensions of the vessel are expected to be approximately as follows:- Length overall : +/- 32 metres Breadth extreme : 12 to 14 metres Operating draft : MAXIMUM of 5.50 metres (navigational draft), when fully loaded with fuel and FW 1.2. The vessel is to be constructed, equipped and outfitted in accordance with the latest Rules and Regulations of Lloyd's Register or other IACS member society, for Unrestricted Service. 1.3. The vessel is to be constructed under survey of Lloyd's Register or other IACS member society, and delivered in Class. As a minimum, Class Notations assigned should be the following (or equivalent according to the Classification Society):- +100A1 Escort Tug UMS +LMC Firefighting 1 with water spray *IWS 1.4. The Gross Tonnage should be less than 500. 1.5. The design, construction and fitout of the vessel is to be in compliance with all statutory international regulations and MCA requirements for a vessel of UK Class IX. 1.6. Crew accommodation to be provided in 6 single cabins, two of which to also have folding or pull-out bunks for occasional use. Lifesaving appliances to be provided for 16 persons, 1.7. Vessel to be delivered UK flagged. Contractors to arrange for MCA inspection, in order to issue 'Record of Inspection of Safety Equipment' (MSF1102). 1.8. The vessel's stability and freeboard should be suitable to permit carrying one 20- foot container on the main deck, of gross weight up to 10 tonnes, whilst the vessel is fully loaded with fuel and fresh water. The provision (design and build contract) of one new build tug to meet the Council's specification, Lot 1 will be for a new build tug that is currently under construction with a Contract duration and delivery timescale following successful sea trials, of within 6 months. The Authority already operates tug vessels in which the main engines are of Caterpillar manufacture type 3516C or equivalent and as such has requested two engine cost options be provided in respect of main engine emissions criteria - only where the following circumstance applies: If the Contractor can offer a vessel already under construction i.e. keel laid before 1st January 2021. IMO Tier II (keel laid before 1st January 2021) Caterpillar 3516C or equivalent Tier II being achieved in-engine and no exhaust after treatment required. With part completion / ready for owners sea trials due within six months of the issue of this ITT 1.10. Fuel tank capacity to be a minimum of 120 cubic metres. 1.11. Fresh water capacity to be no less than 20 cubic metres. The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 1) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to 31 January 2023 Additional information: The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 1) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to 31 January 2023.

Supply of One New Tug Boat (Design and Build)

The provision (design and build) of one new-build tug boat to meet the Council's specification as detailed in Lot 1, apart from the main engines which must be:- IMO Tier III Caterpillar 3516E or equivalent. This option (Lot 2) to include total cost of supply and fit out of associated after treatment equipment such as but not limited to Clean Emissions Modules, DEF storage tank, dosing and monitoring control gear etc. It is recognized that the contract duration (for Lot 2) will be subject to the global supply market, therefore the provision (design and build) of one new-build tug boat to meet the Council's specification is to be delivered subject to successful sea trials within 36 months of the award of Contract. Additional information: The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 2) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to July 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0342f4
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015438-2022
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34513200 - Tug boats

34520000 - Boats

34521000 - Specialised boats

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Orkney Islands Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Postcode Area
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands
Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Further Information

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