CEFAS24-54 RFQ for REM Installation on a Large Pelagic Trawl Fishing Vessel

Requirement: Installation of REM equipment onboard the pelagic fishing vessel Frank Bonefaas, 119m in length, according to an installation plan which is available in the Bidder Pack. The fishing vessel is currently undergoing general maintenance in the port of Ijmuiden.

A summary of the equipment to be installed is given below: • Up to 14 cameras, both internal & external o These will be linked to 2 or more power over ethernet (PoE) switches • Global System for Mobile communication/4G Long Term Evolution (GSM/4GLTE) & Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) antenna (to be mounted externally) • 2x rotational winch sensors on the aft deck • 2x hydraulic sensors • A monitor, located on the bridge of the vessel • A central computer, located on the bridge of the vessel Installation of all cabling for the REM system must be done by the Supplier. This is a core requirement for Cefas & Suppliers should not bid if they are not able to deliver this element. The use of Subcontractors for this element is acceptable however this must be arranged by the supplier and detailed clearly in the 'information to be provided by the tenderer'.

The equipment listed above, will be supplied by Cefas, & Cefas will provide all available manufacturers installation manuals or guidance documentation including installation & wiring guide. Additional items required to complete the full installation, including CAT6-S/FTP cable, CAT6A shielded cables and glands, will need to be supplied by the Supplier. These additional items will need to be of suitable quality to operate in the marine environment as defined in the applicable standards and regulations. A detailed installation plan is included in the Bidder Pack - please review this before submitting your bid. The Supplier will be wholly responsible for the correct installation of the equipment on the vessel, including rectification of any issues or errors that may subsequently occur due to the installation of the equipment and compensation to the vessel owners directly or indirectly resulting from damage to or interference with vessel systems by the installation or operation of the REM. Cefas will be responsible for arranging access to the vessel between the Supplier & the vessel owner, within the stated delivery dates given below.

To be considered for the award, the Supplier must also: 1. Have a proven track record of installing REM or similar systems on vessels. 2. Have a project team with relevant skills & experience. 3. Set out a schedule for the installation, including timescales & milestones, project risks & mitigations etc. 4. Provide examples of Risk Assessment & Method Statements (RAMS) for similar work. Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS24-54 under opportunities