UKRI-4667 NERC Research Vessels Refit, Upgrade and Maintenance Services
A Prior Information Notice
by UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
- Source
- Find a Tender
- Type
- Framework (Services)
- Duration
- 2 year
- Value
- £0-£9M
- Sector
- TRANSPORT
- Published
- 22 Aug 2025
- Delivery
- 01 Feb 2026 to 31 Jan 2028
- Deadline
- n/a
Concepts
Location
United Kingdom:
1 buyer
- UK Research & Innovation Ukri Wiltshire
Description
UKRI wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of refit, upgrade and maintenance services for the RRS Sir David Attenborough. The Framework Agreement (Agreement) will be awarded to a single Supplier for a period of three years with an extension option of up to one year (2+1+1). The Supplier will also be able to provide global support should emergency repairs/dockings be required to be undertaken outside of scheduled maintenance periods. The Agreement will: • ensure vessels are maintained to the standards required by UKRI. • ensure vessels are maintained in accordance with Flag State and Classification Society requirements. • provide continuity in maintenance standards and utilise one organisation that will gain experience and knowledge of the RRS Sir David Attenborough • cover the global footprint of operations for RRS Sir David Attenborough
CPV Codes
- 50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships
Indicators
- Renewals are available.
Other Information
** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. **
Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-058d0a
- FTS 050954-2025