--- title: "University of Plymouth Workboat" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0380bd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0380bd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0380bd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0380bd.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH" published: "2022-12-21" --- # University of Plymouth Workboat Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0380bd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0380bd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0380bd.json) ## Summary The University of Plymouth is looking to procure a workboat to enhance marine research and teaching activities. The tender, titled "University of Plymouth Workboat," falls under the goods category (CPV code: 34520000). The procurement, currently in the planning stage, involves augmenting the university's fleet of research and diving support vessels. The specific vessel requirements include features such as the ability to carry out diving operations, research activities, and teaching functions efficiently and safely. The deadline for future notices related to this tender has been extended until the 9th of January 2023. This tender by the University of Plymouth presents an opportunity for businesses involved in boat manufacturing, marine equipment supply, and maritime services to compete for the contract. Companies capable of providing a vessel meeting the specified criteria, including construction, equipment, and safety standards, are well-suited to participate in this tender. The project aims to foster growth and excellence in marine research and teaching activities at the University of Plymouth through the acquisition of a new workboat. ## Notice The University of Plymouth has a requirement to augment their current fleet of research and diving support vessels in order to extend and enhance excellence in marine related research and teaching. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The University of Plymouth has a requirement to augment their current fleet of research and diving support vessels in order to extend and enhance excellence in marine related research and teaching. This new coded vessel is intended to support operational diving and have sufficient utility to be used for research and teaching within the bounds of Category 2 waters. The object is to have a vessel that is fit for purpose, complies with all relevant legislation in order to efficiently, effectively and safely carry students and their equipment so they can undertake diving, research and teaching. The basic specification is given as a guide to the specific requirements of the University: Essential: * Vessel must be coded to the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency standard of MCA Cat 2 (14 persons on board; 60 nautical miles from a Safe Haven). * Capable for taking the ground in a tidal harbour * Large (min. 21m2) configurable deck space aft of wheelhouse * Hot and cold fresh water plumbing in galley and lavatory areas * Small galley * Interior cabin space capable of hosting small groups with a flexible workstation * Capacity for deck/hull to be modified to accommodate any future lifting installations * Total endurance at cruising speed 150 miles * Vessel is of modern design using established construction techniques and materials * Based on the desire to operate offshore, the need for rapid transit and the workspace requirements, a multi-hull (catamaran) vessel of 10-12 m length is required * Overall draft ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036174-2022 | | 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, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Dec 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 9 Jan 2023 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £375,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH | | Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON | | Post town | Plymouth | | Postcode | PL4 8AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth | | Local authority | Plymouth | | Electoral ward | Drake | | Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport | | Delivery location | TLK41 Plymouth | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34520000 - Boats ## Release History - 21 Dec 2022 at 11:39 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036174-2022 - 15 Dec 2022 at 14:54 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035535-2022 - 10 Nov 2022 at 12:07 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031820-2022 ## Notice URLs - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97185 - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Supplier/Documents/Folder/52501 - https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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