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Spares and Maintenance Services for Thrusters on RRS Sir David Attenborough

Awarded 21 Feb 2025

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Awarded21 Feb 2025

Value£88,728.00

SupplierTees Components Ltd

AgencyUK Research & Innovation

RegionEast of England

CategoryTransport & Logistics

Ended 1y 1mo ago7mo term

Awarded 21 Feb 2025Expired 25 Sept 2025

About

UK Research & Innovation awarded a contract to Tees Components Ltd for spares and maintenance services for the thrusters on the RRS Sir David Attenborough.

The vessel is scheduled for term dry docking in August and September 2025, during which the TWG thruster will be opened and presented to Class for survey as part of the 5-year special docking.

The shaft and other critical seals within the thruster will be replaced as part of routine five-year maintenance.

OEM attendance is required to undertake specific measurements regarding clearances and wear, and to compile a report for BAS and the attending Class Surveyor.

The contract value is AUD 88,728.

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