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title: "Structural Modelling for the Conservation of HMS Victory"
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buyer: "THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY"
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# Structural Modelling for the Conservation of HMS Victory

Buyer: THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b987d030-e70a-4e77-ad7b-3fd77372fb40

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## Summary

The National Museum of the Royal Navy has initiated a procurement process titled "Structural Modelling for the Conservation of HMS Victory". This project falls under the services category and involves structural analysis support for the HMS Victory during the Conservation Programme, which is estimated to last six years with potential extensions. The procurement is at the Award stage, having been published on 30th April 2021, with a contract amounting to £700,000 awarded to Fenton Holloway Ltd. The contract period spans from 11th May 2021 to 10th May 2027. The work will be conducted primarily at a delivery address in Portsmouth (PO1 3NH). The procurement method used is the open procedure, which is applicable since the contract value exceeds established thresholds.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses that specialise in structural analysis, maritime engineering, and consultancy services related to conservation projects, particularly those experienced in historical vessel restoration. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, as the tender specifies a split of 70% for quality and 30% for price, suggesting that innovative and high-quality proposals will be favoured. Companies that can demonstrate experience in providing similar services or can offer alternative solutions to meet the project’s requirements may find this tender particularly advantageous for expanding their client portfolio in the heritage sector.

## Notice

This tender is for the structural analysis support of HMS Victory during Stage 1 and 2 of the Conservation Programme (total duration estimated at 6 years), with options for Stage 3 and Stage 4 support, each of which is anticipated to last up to 3 years. The work will include assessing the structural implications of planking removal and replacement as well as mast and rigging re-instatement, as well as providing routine structural analysis and assessment of the ship .as part of the Hull Support System. Apply via e mail to tenders@nmrn.org.uk Tender Available at www.nmrn.org.uk/tenders Additional information: TENDER CLARIFICATIONS HMS VICTORY - Structural Analysis Invitation to Tender - Clarification Version 3 dated 28th September 2020 QUESTION RESPONSE 1. Where is the tender available to download? The tender is published on 'MyTenders' https://www.mytenders.co.uk/ 'Contracts Finder' https://www.gov.uk/contracts-finder And the NMRN Website Tenders Page https://www.nmrn.org.uk/tenders 2. How do I access the reports and model details? A One Drive folder with the reports and model will be made available after receipt of the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) at Appendix 1 to the Statement of Requirements 3. Must Ansys format be used be used? No, that is down to the contractor. 4. Can subcontractors be used for any of the services specified? Yes, that is left to the tenderer and should be detailed in their response. The National Museum of the Royal navy wishes to operate with the selected tenderer as the Prime Contractor. 5. Price/Quality Split Quality 70% Price 30% 6. Can Tenderers have access to the ANSYS Model? Yes - please e-mail tenders@nmrn.org.uk for details of how to obtain this as a download 7. May tenderers propose alternative solutions? Yes - a tenderer may propose their own solution to demonstrably meet the Statement of Requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65a9ad14-158e-48be-9987-d090b4dee88a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | 10 May 2021 - 10 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £700,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 3NH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FENTON HOLLOWAY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48300000 - Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package
- 48900000 - Miscellaneous software package and computer systems
- 50200000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to aircraft, railways, roads and marine equipment
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2021 at 10:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65a9ad14-158e-48be-9987-d090b4dee88a
- 30 Mar 2021 at 10:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b78f5a5-50cc-4373-98e6-d40be6b4f4c5
- 28 Sep 2020 at 15:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b78f5a5-50cc-4373-98e6-d40be6b4f4c5
- 24 Sep 2020 at 15:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b78f5a5-50cc-4373-98e6-d40be6b4f4c5
- 3 Sep 2020 at 22:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b78f5a5-50cc-4373-98e6-d40be6b4f4c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65a9ad14-158e-48be-9987-d090b4dee88a
  30th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b78f5a5-50cc-4373-98e6-d40be6b4f4c5
  30th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ab0b77cf-cdb3-45c7-94b1-55602b317fc9
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9b7f841a-91d2-49e1-9f30-cdfebfbba89c
  Statement of Requirements
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/05639072-b8fe-4258-8ca0-6925fb90045f
  Non-Disclosure Agreement
- http://www.nmrn.org.uk/tenders
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/42dc07d9-040d-45e9-9460-300115a964a2
  TENDER CANCELLATION NOTICE

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/contracts-finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/
- https://www.nmrn.org.uk/tenders

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