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Published 06 Jul 2022

Njord Stability Assessment

Department for Transport · London

Key facts

Estimated value
£25,000
Closing date
20 Jul 2022
Contract starts
07 Aug 2022
Contract ends
07 Sep 2022
Procedure
Open procedure (above threshold)
Buyer type
Central government

Description

The Department for Transport (DfT) via the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) invites proposals for the Stability assessment of the fishing vessel Njord. At about 1330 on 6 March 2022 the 24m stern trawler Njord capsized, inverted, and then sank in a position close to 58° 37.6'N 002° 21.07'E, while the crew were in the process of recovering and processing catch. The capsize resulted in the loss of one of the eight crew on board. MAIB has commenced an investigation and the stability of the vessel is a key aspect to be examined. The vessel has not been recovered and remains on the seabed where it sank.

The purpose of this contract would be to digitally model, then assess the stability of Njord at three distinct phases of its life. - In the 2010 unmodified condition - In the 2021 modified condition - In the pre accident condition The supplier must produce a report with the results of the assessment and outlining the analysis done. The report will form part of the MAIB's safety investigation report. The stability assessment with be inevitably based on information supplied by the MAIB. The MAIB will endeavour to ensure this information is as accurate as possible. The supplier must ensure that the analysis made from their calculations and modelling are as accurate as possible. MAIB reports are often taken as factual evidence in coronial inquests.

Additional information: Please search for reference itt_983 - Njord Stability Assessment

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