--- title: "ID 3664408 DAERA - AFBI - CHARTER OF FISHING VESSELS" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02cb3b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02cb3b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02cb3b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02cb3b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CPD - SUPPLIES AND SERVICES DIVISION" published: "2021-08-20" --- # ID 3664408 DAERA - AFBI - CHARTER OF FISHING VESSELS Buyer: CPD - SUPPLIES AND SERVICES DIVISION Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02cb3b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02cb3b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02cb3b.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) seeking to charter multiple fishing vessels to support various scientific trials and surveys within the western Irish Sea. This tender, titled "ID 3664408 DAERA - AFBI - CHARTER OF FISHING VESSELS," is classified under the services category, specifically for the hire of sea-going vessels with crew. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender submission deadline is set for 23 August 2021, with the award period starting immediately afterwards. The estimated contract values for the lots range from £80,000 to £226,000 for a potential duration of three years with options to extend. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in fishing vessel services, particularly those capable of supplying prawn trawlers and semi-pelagic vessels. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive crewed vessel management, including victuals and logistical support for scientific missions, would be well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, organisations with experience in conducting marine surveys and trials will find this tender particularly relevant, as the awarded contracts entail critical maritime research activities that contribute to the scientific understanding of local fishing stocks. ## Notice AFBI is seeking to commission a number of fishing vessels; Two prawn trawlers below 12 m, Prawn trawler above 12 m (with a second required on occasion), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to two scientists), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to three scientists) and One pelagic vessel, The commission must include all management, crew, victuals, and other services necessary to fish in the manners defined below, for a potential period of 3 years. The vessels will receive any work that will have to be commissioned by AFBI during the gear trials and upcoming trials, commercial herring survey and charters involving a semi-pelagic fleet other than the FSP survey (e.g. cod tagging, other up-coming trials) Fishing/surveys will be undertaken within the western Irish Sea (ICES Area 6a and 7a, dependent on individual trial/survey). Tenderers should refer to the specification schedule for more information. ### Lot Information Lot 1 AFBI is seeking to commission a number of fishing vessels; Two prawn trawlers below 12 m, Prawn trawler above 12 m (with a second required on occasion), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to two scientists), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to three scientists) and One pelagic vessel, The commission must include all management, crew, victuals, and other services necessary to fish in the manners defined below, for a potential period of 3 years. The vessels will receive any work that will have to be commissioned by AFBI during the gear trials and upcoming trials, commercial herring survey and charters involving a semi-pelagic fleet other than the FSP survey (e.g. cod tagging, other up-coming trials) Fishing/surveys will be undertaken within the western Irish Sea (ICES Area 6a and 7a, dependent on individual trial/survey). Tenderers should refer to the specification schedule for more information. Additional information: The Contract value above is an estimate based on the current level of funding available. Extra fundingfor additional charters may be secured during the lifetime of the contract. Options: After the initial contract period, there are 2 options to extend for 1 year each. Provisional timetable for recourse tothe options: 12 months from the award of the contract. Renewal: AFBI may, no later than six Months prior to the Initial Contract Period Expiry Date, give notice in writing to the Contractor to invite the Contractor to agree to extend the Contract for any period up to and including 12 Months. Thereafter, the Parties may agree in writing to extend the Contract for 1 further period of up to and including 12 Months beyond the end of the First Extension Period. Lot 2 AFBI is seeking to commission a number of fishing vessels; Two prawn trawlers below 12 m, Prawn trawler above 12 m (with a second required on occasion), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to two scientists), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to three scientists) and One pelagic vessel, The commission must include all management, crew, victuals, and other services necessary to fish in the manners defined below, for a potential period of 3 years. The vessels will receive any work that will have to be commissioned by AFBI during the gear trials and upcoming trials, commercial herring survey and charters involving a semi-pelagic fleet other than the FSP survey (e.g. cod tagging, other up-coming trials) Fishing/surveys will be undertaken within the western Irish Sea (ICES Area 6a and 7a, dependent on individual trial/survey). Tenderers should refer to the specification schedule for more information. Additional information: The Contract value above is an estimate based on the current level of funding available. Extra fundingfor additional charters may be secured during the lifetime of the contract. Options: After the initial contract period, there are 2 options to extend for 1 year each. Provisional timetable for recourse tothe options: 12 months from the award of the contract. Renewal: AFBI may, no later than six Months prior to the Initial Contract Period Expiry Date, give notice in writing to the Contractor to invite the Contractor to agree to extend the Contract for any period up to and including 12 Months. Thereafter, the Parties may agree in writing to extend the Contract for 1 further period of up to and including 12 Months beyond the end of the First Extension Period. Lot 3a AFBI is seeking to commission a number of fishing vessels; Two prawn trawlers below 12 m, Prawn trawler above 12 m (with a second required on occasion), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to two scientists), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to three scientists) and One pelagic vessel, The commission must include all management, crew, victuals, and other services necessary to fish in the manners defined below, for a potential period of 3 years. The vessels will receive any work that will have to be commissioned by AFBI during the gear trials and upcoming trials, commercial herring survey and charters involving a semi-pelagic fleet other than the FSP survey (e.g. cod tagging, other up-coming trials) Fishing/surveys will be undertaken within the western Irish Sea (ICES Area 6a and 7a, dependent on individual trial/survey). Tenderers should refer to the specification schedule for more information. Additional information: The Contract value above is an estimate based on the current level of funding available. Extra fundingfor additional charters may be secured during the lifetime of the contract. Options: After the initial contract period, there are 2 options to extend for 1 year each. Provisional timetable for recourse to the options: 12 months from the award of the contract. Renewal: AFBI may, no later than six Months prior to the Initial Contract Period Expiry Date, give notice in writing to the Contractor to invite the Contractor to agree to extend the Contract for any period up to and including 12 Months. Thereafter, the Parties may agree in writing to extend the Contract for 1 further period of up to and including 12 Months beyond the end of the First Extension Period. Lot 3b AFBI is seeking to commission a number of fishing vessels; Two prawn trawlers below 12 m, Prawn trawler above 12 m (with a second required on occasion), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to two scientists), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to three scientists) and One pelagic vessel, The commission must include all management, crew, victuals, and other services necessary to fish in the manners defined below, for a potential period of 3 years. The vessels will receive any work that will have to be commissioned by AFBI during the gear trials and upcoming trials, commercial herring survey and charters involving a semi-pelagic fleet other than the FSP survey (e.g. cod tagging, other up-coming trials) Fishing/surveys will be undertaken within the western Irish Sea (ICES Area 6a and 7a, dependent on individual trial/survey). Tenderers should refer to the specification schedule for more information. Additional information: The Contract value above is an estimate based on the current level of funding available. Extra fundingfor additional charters may be secured during the lifetime of the contract Options: After the initial contract period, there are 2 options to extend for 1 year each. Provisional timetable for recourse tothe options: 12 months from the award of the contract. Renewal: AFBI may, no later than six Months prior to the Initial Contract Period Expiry Date, give notice in writing to the Contractor to invite the Contractor to agree to extend the Contract for any period up to and including 12 Months. Thereafter, the Parties may agree in writing to extend the Contract for 1 further period of up to and including 12 Months beyond the end of the First Extension Period. Lot 4 AFBI is seeking to commission a number of fishing vessels; Two prawn trawlers below 12 m, Prawn trawler above 12 m (with a second required on occasion), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to two scientists), A semi-pelagic vessel (space to accommodate up to three scientists) and One pelagic vessel, The commission must include all management, crew, victuals, and other services necessary to fish in the manners defined below, for a potential period of 3 years. The vessels will receive any work that will have to be commissioned by AFBI during the gear trials and upcoming trials, commercial herring survey and charters involving a semi-pelagic fleet other than the FSP survey (e.g. cod tagging, other up-coming trials) Fishing/surveys will be undertaken within the western Irish Sea (ICES Area 6a and 7a, dependent on individual trial/survey). Tenderers should refer to the specification schedule for more information. Additional information: The Contract value above is an estimate based on the current level of funding available. Extra fundingfor additional charters may be secured during the lifetime of the contract. Options: After the initial contract period, there are 2 options to extend for 1 year each. Provisional timetable for recourse to the options: 12 months from the award of the contract Renewal: AFBI may, no later than six Months prior to the Initial Contract Period Expiry Date, give notice in writing to the Contractor to invite the Contractor to agree to extend the Contract for any period up to and including 12 Months. Thereafter, the Parties may agree in writing to extend the Contract for 1 further period of up to and including 12 Months beyond the end of the First Extension Period. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020473-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 20 Aug 2021 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £494,000 | | Lots value | £532,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Cancelled | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CPD - SUPPLIES AND SERVICES DIVISION | | Additional buyers | AGRI-FOOD AND BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTE | | Locality | BELFAST | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT9 5PX | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast | | Local authority | Belfast | | Electoral ward | Sydenham | | Westminster constituency | Belfast East | | Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) - 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services ### Codes - 34513000 - Fishing, emergency and other special vessels - 34513100 - Fishing vessels - 34513550 - Survey vessels - 60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew - 60651100 - Hire of sea-going vessels with crew - 63726700 - Fishing-vessel services ## Release History - 20 Aug 2021 at 12:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020473-2021 - 10 Aug 2021 at 09:05 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019281-2021 - 22 Jul 2021 at 12:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017357-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02cb3b. 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