Refit of RRS Sir David Attenborough to Orskov Yard A/S
UK Research & Innovation · Awarded contract
AwardedRefit of RRS Sir David Attenborough to Orskov Yard A/S
Awarded 17 Feb 2025
Awarded17 Feb 2025
Value£38,000,000.00
SupplierOrskov Yard A/S
AgencyUK Research & Innovation
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Ended 1y ago9mo term
Awarded 17 Feb 2025Expired 31 Oct 2025
About
UK Research & Innovation awarded a contract to Orskov Yard A/S for ship maintenance services, specifically the refit of the RRS Sir David Attenborough.
The contract, valued at AUD 38,000,000, was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication under Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Contract Regulations.
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