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title: "703821450 - BOATS/0009 Improvement Contract for Training Vessel (TV) Tristram"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-039726"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2023-01-13"
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# 703821450 - BOATS/0009 Improvement Contract for Training Vessel (TV) Tristram

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-039726

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for the improvement of the Training Vessel Sir Tristram to UK Docks Marine Services Limited. The project involves various enhancements such as CCTV installation, LED lighting, cabin refurbishment, and deck preservation. The vessel is based in Portland Harbour, Dorset, UK, with a procurement method of 'selective' and an active status. The contract was signed on 29th December 2022, with a total value of £1,942,500 and a duration of 90 days.

This procurement opportunity in the services category presents a chance for businesses involved in vessel repair services and maintenance to engage and potentially secure future contracts with the Ministry of Defence. Companies specializing in marine services, refurbishment, and installations would be well-suited to compete in this tender process. The project location in Portland Harbour, Dorset, UK, offers a strategic advantage for companies operating in the maritime industry seeking growth through government contracts.

## Notice

The DE&S Boats Team, part of the UK MOD, has a requirement for the Training Vessel (TV) Sir Tristram to undergo a number of improvements to a specified set of requirements to extend its life to 2026. An 8-week window has been identified between December 2022 and February 2023 in which work shall be undertaken. Tristram is now a training vessel used predominantly to simulate real life scenarios at sea. The vessel is moored in Portland Harbour, Dorset, UK and is not subject to the normal loads and strains of a sea going vessel. The scope of the improvements is expected to include but will not be limited to; * CCTV at entry ways on Port and Starboard. At least 2 CCTV cameras * LED lighting with dimmer and adjustable light colour to green and red * New Porta Cabin that includes small kitchen * Refit of toilets facilities (male and female) * Replacement of all access platforms and stairs * Re-preservation/refurbishment of deck, fittings and other structures

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001053-2023 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Dec 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,942,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK25 Dorset |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UK DOCKS MARINE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50241100 - Vessel repair services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2023 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001053-2023

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