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In deliveryUnited KingdomServicesFramework agreement£9,000,000

UKRI-4667 NERC Research Vessels Refit, Upgrade and Maintenance Services

Awarded to Orskov Yard A/S

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)(buyer)

Published
Published 22 August 2025
Deadline
Closed 16 January 2026
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Overview

UKRI established a framework agreement with Orskov Yard A/S (awarded 16 April 2026 for £9 million) to provide refit, upgrade, and maintenance services for the RRS Sir David Attenborough over a two-year initial term with optional extensions of up to two years. The supplier will maintain the vessel to UKRI, Flag State, and Classification Society standards, provide emergency repair and docking support globally, and ensure continuity of maintenance expertise.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
£9,000,000
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
22 August 2025
Questions by
22 December 2025
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Repair and maintenance services of ships

Award outcome

Awarded value
£9,000,000
Award date
16 April 2026
Contract period
31 March 2026 → 31 March 2028
Winner
  • Orskov Yard A/S

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Notice history

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  1. Contract

    8 May 2026

  2. Award Update · Contract Update

    23 April 2026

  3. Contract

    20 April 2026

  4. Contract Notice

    4 December 2025

  5. Planning Update

    28 August 2025

  6. Prior Information Notice

    22 August 2025

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