UKRI-3793 Ship rotations for the purposes of BAS staff movements between Bird Island research station and Falklands

Concepts

• ships and similar vessels
• swindon
• bird island research station
• bas staff movements
• falklands
• bird island
• ship rotations
• ukri-3793 ship rotations
• bas
• uk research and innovation, science and technology facility centre

Location

Oxfordshire

Description

UK Research and Innovation, Science and Technology Facility Centre had a requirement for ship rotations for the purposes of BAS staff movements between Bird Island research station and Falklands.

Total Quantity or Scope

Due to technical reasons, there was only 1 suitable supplier.

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 34512000 - Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods

Indicators

• Award on basis of price.

Legal Justification

The GSGSSI charter ship Pharos SG is the only shipping option available which will enable these personnel transfers on a timely basis and safe passage all year-around. Without the use of this vessel, the success of the BAS science output and staff welfare would be at risk, and at serious risk of failure.

Other Information

Procurement Contract Transparency Data: Redacted contract documents will be made available within the next 30 days on the UKRI website at: https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/ To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=850630872 GO Reference: GO-2024416-PRO-25759762