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This subcontract, titled Marine Research Vessel and Equipment Provision, is issued by the Natural Environment Research Council under UK Research and Innovation. The agreement focuses on the supply of specialized research vessels and marine equipment to support prime contractors engaged in NERC environmental research projects. Key operational responsibilities include performing oceanographic data collection and the autonomous deployment of marine sensors, with the ultimate goal of delivering completed ship-time missions and functional deployed equipment. To participate in this arrangement, providers must complete registration through the Marine Facilities Planning portal. The contract falls under NAICS code 488190 and was posted on September 23, 2026. It serves as a critical support mechanism for ensuring the necessary maritime infrastructure and technical expertise are available for high-level environmental research initiatives.

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NERC subcontract for providing research vessels and marine equipment for environmental data collection.

Agency

UK Research and Innovation → Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

NAICS

488190 - Other Support Activities for Air Transportation

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 144640.

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NERC urgency funding

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PostedSep 23

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AgencyUK Research and Innovation → Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

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Organization / AgencyUK Research and Innovation → Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

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Supplies specialized research vessels and marine equipment for prime contractors on NERC environmental research projects. Performs oceanographic data collection and autonomous deployment of marine sensors. Requires registration via the Marine Facilities Planning portal. Delivers completed ship-time missions and deployed marine equipment.

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