Marine Research Vessel Refit, Maintenance, Equipment and Support Services Framework
Description: The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is looking to establish an open framework for the refit, maintenance, equipping and sustainment of its operational research vessels, including RRS James Cook and RRS Discovery, together with associated marine assets and scientific systems, across their working life. The support sought is expected to include the following broad areas, which are indicative and not exhaustive. Refit and docking support across the classification cycle, including the intermediate and special survey work falling due within it, broadly covering hull, structural and coating work, propulsion and steering intervention, tailshaft and rudder work, and the repair and renewal identified through survey. Both wet berth and dry dock coverage will be needed over the life of the framework, and the structure will be designed to accommodate suppliers offering (read more...)
Summary: The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) intends to establish a framework for refit, maintenance, equipment and support services for its operational research vessels, including RRS James Cook and RRS Discovery, associated marine assets and scientific systems. The expected scope includes refit and docking, hull and structural work, propulsion, steering, tailshafts, rudders, marine engineering, fabrication, pipework, hydraulics, HVAC, electrical systems, interior works, maintenance and commissioning. It also covers original equipment manufacturer and approved-partner support for vessel systems, marine research and survey equipment, and the supply of hardware, spares, components and consumables. Specialist services may include naval architecture, surveying, superintendency, class liaison, project management and engineering consultancy. Work will be carried out at yards, ports and NOC sites in the United Kingdom and overseas, including wet berths and dry docks.