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

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. Under…