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title: "Autonomous Surface Vehicle for British Antarctic Survey Polar research"
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# Autonomous Surface Vehicle for British Antarctic Survey Polar research

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b15b

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## Summary

The UK Research and Innovation, located in Cambridge, is conducting a tender for the procurement of an Autonomous Surface Vehicle (ASV) intended for polar scientific research. This contract, valued at £1,250,000, is classified under auxiliary research vessels and is currently in the open procurement stage, with the submission deadline set for 18 June 2021. Interested parties can submit their proposals electronically by following the outlined procedures on the Delta eSourcing portal. The contract is expected to commence on 5 July 2021 and conclude by 28 February 2022.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specializing in marine technology, surveying vessels, and scientific equipment to engage in a high-profile project that supports polar research. Businesses with expertise in manufacturing uncrewed vessels, sensor technology, or providing training and technical support are particularly well-suited to compete. Successful bidders will not only contribute to advancing scientific understanding but also position themselves within a key sector of public procurement in the UK.

## Notice

Autonomous Surface Vessel (ASV) for polar scientific research for deployment from the RRS Sir David Attenborough. A high-specification ASV as an observational force multiplier to work alongside and reside on the RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA), thus enhancing the observational capability of the UK's new polar research vessel. The ASV would also enable an extension of SDA's scientific capability into shallow waters and areas (e.g. near calving ice shelves) where SDA cannot operate efficiently or safely. Procurement to include the ASV, transport, launch and recovery equipment, sensors, maintenance kit and operator training

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Uncrewed/Autonomous Surface Vehicle for polar scientific research for deployment from the RRS Sir David Attenborough operated by British Antarctic Survey. Procurement includes the vessel, storage, transport and deployment equipment and scientific survey and instruments as specified in the technical specification. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/4D5M29678S

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010730-2021 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jul 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,250,000 |
| Lots value | £1,250,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGE |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB3 0ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Cambridge |
| Electoral ward | Newnham |
| Westminster constituency | Cambridge |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 34513550 - Survey vessels
- 34521000 - Specialised boats
- 35513200 - Auxiliary research vessel
- 38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

## Release History

- 14 May 2021 at 15:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010730-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/4D5M29678S
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Cambridge:-Auxiliary-research-vessel./4D5M29678S
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Cambridge:-Auxiliary-research-vessel./4D5M29678S
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Cambridge:-Auxiliary-research-vessel./4D5M29678SorUKResearch&Innovation,BritishAntarcticSurvey,HighCross,MadingleyRoad,Cambridge,CB30ET,UnitedKingdom.NUTScode:UK.DavidWilliams,BASProcurement@ukri.org,https://www.ukri.org
- https://www.ukri.org

## Provenance

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