Supply of High-Speed Light Craft Patrol Vessels for Maritime Law Enforcement Operations

Description

Please note that this document is solely an Expression of Interest (EOI) and NOT a tender invitation. Therefore the specifications and tender documents are not attached here. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their interest via the UNGM platform only. Reference: Provision of High-Speed Light Craft Patrol Vessel for Maritime Law Enforcement Operations The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), through its Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), provides technical assistance to strengthen maritime security, safety at sea, and protection of marine resources. As part of this initiative, UNODC intends to support maritime law enforcement and marine conservation operations conducted by the National Agency of National Parks of Gabon (ANPN) through the provision of high-speed patrol vessels and associated equipment. This notice is NOT a solicitation, and no pricing information is requirested at this stage. Technical specifications are not attached to this document and will be shared only with vendors invted to submit an offer thorugh an Invitation to Bid (ITB) Scope of Supply The planned procurement includes the supply and delivery of four (4) high-speed aluminum patrol vessels together with associated equipment and services, including but not limited to: • Road transport trailers compatible with the vessels; • Navigation, communication, and safety systems; • Spare parts and maintenance consumables; • Technical documentation; • Training for end-user personnel; and • Inspection, testing, and acceptance activities. Operational Use The vessels shall be capable to support: • Maritime patrol operations; • Protection of marine parks and aquatic reserves; • Prevention of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing; • Maritime interdiction operations; • Search and rescue operations; and • Monitoring and surveillance of protected maritime zones. Indicative Technical Characteristics Indicative vessel characteristics: • High-speed patrol vessel approximately 8.5–9.5 meters in length; • Maximum speed of approximately 45 knots; • Operational range suitable for coastal and offshore patrol operations; • Capacity for approximately 4–6 personnel; • Twin outboard propulsion systems; • Enclosed or protected cabin configuration; • Integrated navigation and communication systems; • Marine-grade aluminum hull construction or equivalent; • Foam collar flotation system or equivalent buoyancy arrangement; and • Safety and rescue equipment suitable for maritime operations. Standards and Compliance The vessels shall comply with recognized international marine standards applicable to vessels of similar type and operational profile, including ISO, ABYC, IEC, COLREGS, or equivalent standards. Supporting evidence may be requested during subsequent solicitation stages. Training The scope of the services to be provided by the supplier includes on-site training for end-user personnel covering: • Vessel operation and maneuvering; • Navigation and communication systems; • Safety procedures; and • Preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting. Purpose of this REOI The purpose of this REOI is to: • Identify qualified manufacturers and suppliers; • Assess market capabilities; and • Support preparation of a future competitive solicitation process. UNODC intends to use the results of this REOI to identify vendors demonstrating sufficient technical and operational capability to participate in a subsequent solicitation process. Participation in this REOI does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee participation in any subsequent procurement process. Specific Requirements/Information The supplier shall have the capability to supply high-speed aluminum patrol vessels suitable for maritime law enforcement operations. The vessels shall be capable to support maritime patrol, interdiction, search and rescue, and protection of marine protected areas. I. Qualification requirements Suppliers shall meet the followin