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title: "Cabined Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b3a2"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DYFED-POWYS"
published: "2021-05-21"
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# Cabined Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB)

Buyer: POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DYFED-POWYS  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b3a2

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Police and Crime Commissioner for Dyfed-Powys, which is planning to acquire a Cabined Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) for its Marine Unit. This procurement falls under the industry category of specialised boats, with a projected value of £250,000. The tender is currently in the planning stage, and interested parties should note that a future notice is expected on 7th June 2021. The delivery location specified for this contract is West Wales, where the RHIB will serve multiple roles, including high-profile patrols, diving operations, and counter-terrorism measures.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of maritime equipment, especially those that can meet the MCA coding requirements and ensure high-performance specifications. Companies specialising in creating robust and efficient boats with advanced capabilities would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, firms focused on safety and compliance equipment for police and rescue operations could also leverage this opportunity to expand their market presence in the public procurement sector.

## Notice

Dyfed Powys Police Marine Unit require a Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) coded commercially constructed Cabined Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) capable of delivering a high profile presence as a fast patrol boat, diving platform, body recovery and search vessel. It will also provide a maritime role in relation to counter terrorism and firearms operations.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Dyfed Powys Police Marine Unit require a Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) coded commercially constructed Cabined Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) capable of delivering a high profile presence as a fast patrol boat, diving platform, body recovery and search vessel. It will also provide a maritime role in relation to counter terrorism and firearms operations. The objective is to have a vessel that is fit for purpose, complies with all relevant legislation in order to efficiently, effectively and safely carry officers and their equipment so that they can undertake operations and to provide the suitable welfare facilities to the staff whilst carrying out those operations. It is envisaged that the cabined RHIB will be; 10-12 Metres in Length and 3-4 Metres in Beam Coded to; MCA (Marine & Coastguard Agency) Coded to Cat 2 Police Boat Code 3 (PBC3) Cat B 60nm offshore day and night (All coding equipment) 60 miles from safe haven And the vessel should have efficient and robust twin engines compliant with the latest emission regulations and be able to reach a speed of 40-45 knots whilst carrying 8 crew, all necessary equipment with full fuel and water tanks before planning out to provide a stable platform at 30 knots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011312-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 6 Jun 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DYFED-POWYS |
| Locality | CARMARTHEN |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA31 2PF |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL42 South West Wales |
| Local authority | Carmarthenshire |
| Electoral ward | Llangunnor |
| Westminster constituency | Caerfyrddin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34521000 - Specialised boats
- 34521300 - Police patrol boats

## Release History

- 21 May 2021 at 11:25 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011312-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=110806
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0385

## Provenance

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