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title: "7.0m Deep V Rigid Inflatable Boat (2.6m beam)"
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# 7.0m Deep V Rigid Inflatable Boat (2.6m beam)

Buyer: LIFEBOAT EXPERIENCES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ece2e3b8-815f-4ccc-928e-14382d233590

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## Summary

The procurement process involves LIFEBOAT EXPERIENCES LIMITED, which is seeking to acquire a 7.0m Deep V Rigid Inflatable Boat to facilitate lifeboat experiences and other marine activities. This tender is classified under the goods category, specifically for lifeboats, and falls within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 13th February 2018. The selection is based solely on compliance and follows an open procedure below the threshold, linked to a grant-funding application that requires prior approval.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in the production or supply of marine equipment and safety boats. Businesses that specialise in manufacturing rigid inflatable boats or those with experience in related marine services could find this a valuable avenue for growth. The focus on compliance suggests that reputable suppliers who can meet specific criteria and deliver quality products within the stipulated timeframe will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

## Notice

LIFEBOAT EXPERIENCES LTD is a start-up company which will offer an opportunity for members of the public to go out on a simulated Search and Rescue tasking, to locate and rescue a missing person at sea. This will be done on board a 200HP fast Rigid Inflatable, orange boat. We will also offer Lifeboat expeditions (Sea Safaris) Corporate Days for companies, educational establishments and the military, plus Commercial Charters for Event Water Safety Events, Dive Operations and the Marine Construction industry. We wish to purchase a Rigid Inflatable Boat. The purchase of this is part of a grant funded application process and therefore procurement will be subject to grant approval of the project as a whole. We will compare tenders received on a compliance basis only.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c4ce778-c0ff-4bac-b508-3aaebc177b86 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Mar 2018 - 30 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LIFEBOAT EXPERIENCES LIMITED |
| Locality | PORTH, NEWQUAY |
| Post town | Truro |
| Postcode | TR7 3LR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| Local authority | Cornwall |
| Electoral ward | Newquay Porth & Tretherras |
| Westminster constituency | St Austell and Newquay |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34521400 - Lifeboats

## Release History

- 26 Jan 2018 at 13:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c4ce778-c0ff-4bac-b508-3aaebc177b86

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c4ce778-c0ff-4bac-b508-3aaebc177b86
  26th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a966546c-f2ee-40d5-8750-593230e7fe29
  Invitation to Tender

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