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title: "Design, Manufacture, Supply and Commission of Pilot Vessel/s"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-031e55"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MILFORD HAVEN PORT AUTHORITY"
published: "2024-02-06"
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# Design, Manufacture, Supply and Commission of Pilot Vessel/s

Buyer: MILFORD HAVEN PORT AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-031e55

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## Summary

The Milford Haven Port Authority is looking to procure the design, manufacture, supply, and commission of up to two Pilot Vessels to enhance their operational capability in challenging sea conditions. The procurement process has reached the selective stage using competitive dialogue. The current status is active, and the award has been granted to Next Generation Shipyards. Key details include the vessel requirements, location in Milford Haven, UK, and the deadline for tender submissions by April 4, 2022.

This tender for Pilot Vessels by the Milford Haven Port Authority presents significant business opportunities for shipbuilding and marine engineering companies, particularly those experienced in heavy weather vessels and pilotage operations. Businesses with expertise in ship design, proven build pedigree, and compliance with maritime regulations are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The opportunity further extends to suppliers of marine equipment and services tailored for pilot vessel operations, offering a platform for business growth and collaboration.

## Notice

Milford Haven Pilot Authority (MHPA) have a requirement to increase their current pilotage operational capability with the introduction of a heavy weather Pilot Vessel. This new asset is intended to support operational capability in sea conditions up to 6 - 7.5m significant wave height without the need to undertake under/over carry operations. One (1) Pilot Vessel, is intended to be purchased, potentially followed by a second Pilot Vessel upon completion of successful trials and up to one (1) year of in-service assessment. For the avoidance of doubt, the requirement subject to this procurement is for up to two (2) Pilot Vessels, depending upon the conditions set out herein.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Milford Haven Pilot Authority (MHPA) have a requirement to increase their current pilotage operational capability with the introduction of a heavy weather Pilot Vessel. This new asset is intended to support operational capability in sea conditions up to 6 - 7.5m significant wave height without the need to undertake under/over carry operations. One (1) Pilot Vessel, is intended to be purchased, potentially followed by a second Pilot Vessel upon completion of successful trials and up to one (1) year of in-service assessment. For the avoidance of doubt, the requirement subject to this procurement is for up to two (2) Pilot Vessels, depending upon the conditions set out herein. A high-level outline vessel requirement is stated below: Proven Heavy Weather Pilot Vessel for safe operation in 6.0 - 7.5m significant wave height sea conditions with mixed wave periods ranging from 3 to over 10 seconds and confused wave directions caused by wind / tidal effects, river flow / ocean currents. Undertake boarding operations safely at 6 - 10 knots Operate 3,000 hours per annum Provide knockdown resilience and safety to the operating crew Operational speed greater than 25 knots in calm water Comply with UK MCA Work Boat Code of Practice Edition 2 and certificated for Pilot Vessel Operations. - MECAL are considered to be the certifying authority on behalf of the UK MCA. Vessel structure design and built under survey to Lloyds Register's Special Service Craft (LRSSC) rules or equivalent 3 Crew / 6 Pilots Proven design and build pedigree IMO Tier III propulsion system Design is to be well considered for the application of Pilot Vessel Operations

Options: Subject to satisfactory performance, the Port Authority may commission a second vessel.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003833-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive dialogue |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Nov 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MILFORD HAVEN PORT AUTHORITY |
| Locality | PEMBROKESHIRE |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA73 3ER |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL42 South West Wales |
| Local authority | Pembrokeshire |
| Electoral ward | Haverfordwest: Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Mid and South Pembrokeshire |
| Delivery location | TLL1 West Wales and The Valleys |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NEXT GENERATION SHIPYARDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34500000 - Ships and boats

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2024 at 10:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003833-2024
- 4 Mar 2022 at 16:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006076-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://mhpa.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/O365Tenders/EjGl9AvMcHlPpKsjMviad80BhMkrTaFtonVy6VTiy51N3Q?e=MXPrpX
- https://www.mhpa.co.uk

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