Design, Manufacture, Supply and Commission of Pilot Vessel/s

Tender description

Milford Haven Pilot Authority (MHPA) have a requirement to increase their current pilotage operational capability with the introduction of a heavy weather Pilot Vessel. This new asset is intended to support operational capability in sea conditions up to 6 – 7.5m significant wave height without the need to undertake under/over carry operations. One (1) Pilot Vessel, is intended to be purchased, potentially followed by a second Pilot Vessel upon completion of successful trials and up to one (1) year of in-service assessment. For the avoidance of doubt, the requirement subject to this procurement is for up to two (2) Pilot Vessels, depending upon the conditions set out herein. A high-level outline vessel requirement is stated below: Proven Heavy Weather Pilot Vessel for safe operation in 6.0 – 7.5m significant wave height sea conditions with mixed wave periods ranging from 3 to over 10 seconds and confused wave directions caused by wind / tidal effects, river flow / ocean currents. Undertake boarding operations safely at 6 – 10 knots Operate 3,000 hours per annum Provide knockdown resilience and safety to the operating crew Operational speed greater than 25 knots in calm water Comply with UK MCA Work Boat Code of Practice Edition 2 and certificated for Pilot Vessel Operations. – MECAL are considered to be the certifying authority on behalf of the UK MCA. Vessel structure design and built under survey to Lloyds Register’s Special Service Craft (LRSSC) rules or equivalent 3 Crew / 6 Pilots Proven design and build pedigree IMO Tier III propulsion system Design is to be well considered for the application of Pilot Vessel Operations