Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bb7-5d74-7028-897f-7e19bf190f4a/royal-charter-vessel-replacement closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Royal Charter Vessel Replacement [The Mersey Docks and Harbour Company](https://tendernation.io/buyers/the-mersey-docks-and-harbour-company) Estimated value £2,000,000 Published 22 Sept 2025 Deadline Closed 20 Oct 2025 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender For full details in relation to subject matter of this procurement, please refer to the scope and specification document named Royal Charter Vessel Replacement, scope and specification which is included as part of the tender documentation on the Portal. In summary, Peel Ports are looking to award up to a 2 year fixed term Agreement (with an additional 12 month warranty), to 1 (one) successful Tenderer. Peel Ports are looking to replace its current survey vessel (Royal Charter) which is approaching end of life and facilitate the modal shift from aged specifications to a high-spec performing vessel with capabilities for the company’s enhanced hydrographic survey offering. The scope associated with this opportunity is summarised below but not limited to; • A versatile and multi-functional vessel, dedicated to afloat survey operations and is capable to facilitate hydrographic survey duties and personnel transportation. • An ability to reach the required speed, carry and handle the required weight and provide sufficient space for crew, surveyors and equipment. • The capacity to provide good ride quality, safety and protection from extreme conditions. • The design and construction of the hull structure shall provide strength for the safe operation of the vessel, at its service draught and maximum service speed, to withstand the sea and weather conditions likely to be encountered in the intended area category of operation. • Fully conform in all aspects to the current version of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Workboat Code Edition 3, The safety of small workboats and pilot boats – a Code of Practice and is to be capable of being coded to area category 2 waters. (Categories of Operation) • Hull form is preferred to be that of a twin hull "catamaran" type. • The vessel shall be in the range of 13 metres to 17 metres. • The vessels draft should be between one (1) and two (2) metres. • The vessel shall be capable of undertaking surveying activities at speeds of 5 knots whilst having steerage way, also achieving 20 knots+ upon transits. • Vessel shall have the ability to carry 12 persons with seating, plus all other loadings as specified. Read full description ## CPV classification Survey vessels Ships and boats Boats Specialised boats Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-04fc9f-2025-09-22T17:00:27+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-04fc9f-2025-09-22T17:00:27+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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