UKRI-1441 NERC Vessels Maintenance Framework

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate. Date: 07/02/2022 Time: 12:00 to read 21/02/2022 Time 12:00 Instead of: 07 February 2022 Time: 12:00 Read New: 21 February 2022 Time: 12:00 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. UKRI are seeking to engage in a fixed period contract with one company/entity to undertake refits on RRS "James Cook", RRS "Discovery" and RRS "Sir David Attenborough" for a period of three years with options for a further two. The successful bidder for the vessel refits will also be able to provide global support should emergency repairs/dockings be required to be undertaken outside of scheduled maintenance periods To ensure vessels are maintained to the standards required by UKRI, Flag State and Classification Society requirements. To provide continuity in maintenance standards and utilise one organisation that will gain experience and knowledge of the UKRI vessels. To cover the global footprint of operations for UKRI vessels.