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UKRI-4667 NERC Research Vessels Refit, Upgrade and Maintenance Services

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

08 May 2026 at 10:30

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
AwardUpdate

23 Apr 2026 at 13:20

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

20 Apr 2026 at 15:36

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

04 Dec 2025 at 15:07

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

28 Aug 2025 at 09:58

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 Aug 2025 at 15:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has successfully awarded a contract for the refit, upgrade and maintenance services of the RRS Sir David Attenborough research vessel. This contract, awarded to Orskov Yard A/S from Denmark, covers services across a global operational footprint to ensure the vessel meets the required standards. The formal agreement, valued at £9 million, initially spans two years, with optional extensions potentially extending the contract by an additional two years. The procurement process was conducted via an open procedure, allowing for broad competition among capable suppliers, and was completed on 8 May 2026. The primary services focus on the repair and maintenance of ships, aligning with the buyer's central government category and based in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in maritime maintenance and refit services. By securing a contract that involves both scheduled and emergency repair capabilities, suppliers such as Orskov Yard A/S can enhance their industry expertise and expand their international reach. Large-scale companies with robust marine engineering capabilities are well-suited for such contracts due to the need for consistent compliance with Flag State and Classification Society requirements. The awarded company’s capacity to address urgent repairs globally ensures continuity and reliability in operations for prestigious vessels like the RRS Sir David Attenborough, reflecting a commendable business opportunity in the maritime support sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-4667 NERC Research Vessels Refit, Upgrade and Maintenance Services

Notice Description

UKRI wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of refit, upgrade and maintenance services for the RRS Sir David Attenborough. The Framework Agreement (Agreement) will be awarded to a single Supplier for a period of two years with an extension option of up to two years (2+1+1). The Supplier will also be able to provide global support should emergency repairs/dockings be required to be undertaken outside of scheduled maintenance periods. The Agreement will: * ensure vessels are maintained to the standards required by UKRI. * ensure vessels are maintained in accordance with Flag State and Classification Society requirements. * provide continuity in maintenance standards and utilise one organisation that will gain experience and knowledge of the RRS Sir David Attenborough * cover the global footprint of operations for RRS Sir David Attenborough

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Option to extend as stated

Renewal: The Contract duration shall be for a period of two (2) years with two optional extensions of (1) year each, from commencement of the Contract (2+1+1). The total duration will not exceed four (4) years.

Planning Information

Supplier Webinar: Potential Suppliers are invited to attend a (virtual) Supplier Webinar, occurring 08 September 2025. This will allow all Potential Suppliers to fully comprehend and understand the requirement further. Intention to attend the Supplier Webinar must be communicated via the e-sourcing portal by 05 September 2025, including the subject matter ‘UKRI-4667 Supplier Webinar Request’. Suppliers may be sent an RFI Questionnaire, and a further engagement session may take pace in October. Please find details of the opportunity here: https://ukri2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MTm000007K9azMAC&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=&County=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058d0a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042332-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
27 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
17 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
8 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
2028-11-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Orskov Yard A/S

Further Information

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