Supply and delivery of fast patrol vessels ( 07 units) in Tunis, Tunisia (Incoterm 2020 : CPT, Port of La Goulette, Tunis, Tunisia).

New clarification added: Dear bidder, Question : We would like to also add some more information to our above question on air conditioning:Please take into note that even only lead time of a marine generator is already longer than 9 months excluding shipping time to deliver the air conditioning from the manufacturer to the shipyard which is same case for nearly all marine generator brands due to the post impact of the COVID-19.  This also makes it not realistic to deliver seven boats to Tunisia only in 9 months. However, if no need for the air conditioning, there will be no need to install a marine generator for each boat which makes it no problem for us to deliver seven boats to Tunisia within the given time schedule (Though there are some manufacturers offering 12/24DC powered air condition system, such air conditioning systems are more for leisure boats with very limited operating hours per year and globally known with very high fault rate which does not fit the demand for operating profile of government boats with far longer operating hours per year, thus going with a 12/24V DC powered air conditioning would more mean trouble for the end users and unnecessary investment for the purchaser). Thus the situation seems to also mean air conditioning shall be removed to make things realistic.Answer : Maritime generators are not mandatory in our requirements schedule. You can propose the DC option from outboard engines.Best regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear bidders,Question: We did some searching work from the internet and did not found information about local service support provider for major marine generators from KOHLER, CUMMINS ONAN, etc. Considering the boat is very small with gasoline outboard motors while installing a diesel generator (manufacturing of gasoline generator already already stopped due to potential of safety issue) to feed the air conditioning would  make the system complicated for a small boat like such through adding two types of fuel tanks and fuel systems besides much heavier weight to be placed rearward to move center of gravity of the boat too reaward, etc), we would advise that requirement for air conditioning be removed and the wheelhouse be designed to be a non-fully closed wheelhouse featuring no rear-facing structural wall and with the front window on each cabin side designed to be sliding type to introduce fresh air to cool the wheelhouse. This way, concern about generator/air conditioning breakdown and concern about lack of serfice support for generator and air conditioning will be fundamentally removed while the cabin for the crew will have no problem to be cooled with quality.We would hope you review our advise and we look forward to your valued insight on it.Answer : Answer :Bidders can provide electricity to the boat by using a separate Diesel generator or directly a DC from outbords. Best regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear bidders,Question:We find there is requirement for contractor to produce 5% of contract value as performance security bond. We would advise to remove this requirement, because, according to the payment term, the contractor has to invest 100% at its expense for the design, construction, testing, delivery and final handover in Tunisia which means there is zero risk for the purchaser during the contract execution process. Thus, asking for performance security bond would do nothing to make the purchaser any less risky (since no risk to purchaser based on the payment term) except making the bidders to quote a higher price to finally result in purchaser's investing more for same scope of boats and services.Answer : Taking into consideration the contract value and the critical delivery requirements. The performance guarantee is mandatory and can’t be deleted. Best regards,Procurement team 

New clarification added: Dear Bidders, Question 1:In order to have significant time for quality proposal working, would you please extend date of deadline for bid submission to 22nd of June？Answer: due to urgency and since this tender was released for a reasonable period of time, we're not able to extend the deadline for submission.Question 2：We would advise that hull beam of the boat excluding the fender to be widened to a minimum of 3.2m as replacement of only having beam overall to be 2.7-2.9m, so that the chine beam contributing to stability can be kept at 2.8-2.9m and you can get a boat with high reserve stability for rough open sea missions and far better static/low speed stability for berthing and boarding operations in open sea waves. Please be noted that boat of 10.5-11.5m with BOA to be only 2.7-2.9m will surely have violent rolling motions though the stability is no problem to satisfy class survey rules (Survey rules for safety are only the lowest standard which are far from being enough to satisfy tough open sea patrol operations especially for small boats like such that are light in weight).Answer : Thank you for the advice. The technical requirements will remain the same as they correspond to the demand of our client.Question 3: Would you please clarify if the value of draft is for the hull only or also includes the propellers of the outboard motors as total draft. As practise, draft shall be subject to design since draft for small boats like such are very shallow which are no problem to allow the boats to carry shallow water approaching operation, and, what matters most is to precisely set hull parmameters (e.g. chine beam, deadrise angle at stern/midship, forward waterline entry at full speed in open seas, etc) which is what comes to work to secure real-life safety and performance. Answer  : The value of the draft specified in the schedule of requirements include the propellers of the outboards engine.Question 4: Speed at full throttle is stated to be no less than 40 knots. Would you please specify at what sea trial displacement is this top end speed achieved? Practically we use half load condition for top end speed testing.Answer : The speed at full throttle is stated to be no less than 40 knots with boat full load condition.Question 5: The shafts of the outboard motors are stated to be extra long shafts. We believe there is something that can confuse or mislead, because, for a boat of only around 11m, if outboard motors with extra long shafts have to be selected, it means the two outboard motors have to be mounted very close to the central line of the transom of the V-shaped hull to avoid propeller racing due to poor self stabilizing capability of the hull (problematic hull parameter setting) with too high heel angle when doing high speed tactics maneuvering, otherwise wich makes manevering agility of the boat poor. However, if the self stabilizing effect of the hull is superior, there is no need to go with extra long shafts, because, the two engines can be placed far away from each other by making each engine mounted closer to the sides of the V-shaped hull  with less stern height which will make maneuvering agility of our well proven unique hull design to be even 2-3 times better than what the Tunisian coast guard have experienced with boats delivered from EU and the US (Only terrible boat designs with hull setting to be of many years ago with huge flaws in scientific working logic).Answer : The outboard shaft must be in compliance with the length specified in the schedule of requirements.Question 6: A mobile projector is stated to be needed in item 3.3. Would you please tell what operating purpose is this mobile projector for? It is something to be first time found as needed for a small boat like such with only a small and tight wheelhouse so we are wondering whether it is of necessity.Answer : The mobile projector is essential and required by the end user. Market research shows that many small vessels are equipped with mobile projector.Question 7: According to Item 3.3, only two bilge pumps with a total of a minimum of 4m3/h pumping capacity are stated to be needed. We believe this is far from being significant for real-life satisfaction though it may be no problem to satisfy survey rules (again, survey rules for safety and survivability are only the lowest standard which for most of time can not satisfy tough real-life demand--This is why many class survey satisfied boats are found to quickly sink once damaged). As practise, the number of watertight hull compartments (we practically go with 3-4 watertight hull bulkeahds for a small boat like such to created 4-5 watertight hull compartmemts) shall be specified and bilge of each watertight hull compartment shall be fitted with one automatic bilge pump each sized to 1500-2000GPH to ensure truly real-life safety and survivability. Based on above, we would advise requirement for item3.3 to be modified like such: A minimum of three watertight bulkheads shall be designed for the hull and the lowest point of the bilge of each watertight hull compartment shall be fitted with one automatic bilge pump sizd to 1500GPH(minimum) .Answer  : As per the schedule of requirements, the end user requires two bilge pumps, the second pumps will be used as a stand-by pump.Question 8: The boats are stated to be certified by class like ABS, BV, RINA, etc. As practise, small boats like such with only very simple system are non-classed for cost saving and time saving, and, a hull with very detailed parameter setting is the right way to go to be a real professional hull because survey rules for safety are too low to satisfy tough military/paramilitary/professional operations. Through critical hull parameter setting, any hull that can satisfy such critical parameter setting will be born to create many times of far better safety and survivability than required by survey rules. Thus, we would advise to remove the requirement for class survey and list a systematic critical parameter setting for the hull (e.g. Chine beam, no less than 2.8m, freeboard at bow to be no less than 1.5m, freeboard at side to be no less than 1.3m, deck level above static waterline to be at least 0.45m, deadrise angle at transom to be at least 24 degrees, dyanmic waterline length at full speed must be at least 70% of hull length, heel angle at full speed tight turning shall be no higher than 10 degrees, deck height on the bow must be at leat 0.25m higher than  deck height at the stern for truly quality gravity water draining, etc,). If you set hull parameter setting like such, regardless of whether the hull shall be class surveyed or not, the level of safety and survivability and rough sea handling dryness and capabilities will surely be many times better than required by survey rules, and, you will also quickly found that, throughout today's global market, more than 99% of so-called proven hull cannot satisfy such critical requirements for performance at 2 x 300HP and for capabilities listed. We proposed such way of hull parameter setting for your consideration because the hull setting shown in the technical requirements is too simple and too easy to satisy but endless operating issues will be created for the end users once the boats have been put for tough real-life use.Answer  : The boat certificate is required to ensure that the boat has been certified and checked during construction by a class surveyor.Best regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear bidders, Question : The outboard engine OEM we want to use for the boats of this tender doesn't have any official service representative in Tunisia. It appears that the service you require will be provided from other countries. Our firm has performed multiple electronic systems integration projects for Tunisian Navy already. Our in-house staff have travelled to Tunisia before and we are familiar with the settings. We are considering utilizing the local service provider here and travel to the job site when necessary. Would this be an acceptable solution?Answer :  Bidder shall provide an after-sales service component for the boats through its dealers network. We ask you to provide information on the nearest partner to Tunisia using Form G : The nearest partner to Tunisia Information Form. That means local representation is not mandatory. Best regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear bidders,Question : In order to minimize financial costs, especially in the current period where the cost of the money has been considerably increased by the European Central Bank, can you please consider a downpayment not less than 40% at the signature of the contract?Answer : As specified in the tender particulars section, the advance payment is not applicable for this ITB.  UNOPS will discuss payment arrangements with the successful bidder and allow some flexibility within the limits of UNOPS rules and procedures.Best Regards,Procurement team

New amendment added #3: Amendment 3 : To update the Sustainability Requirements – Engine compliance : The proposed boat engine must comply with Euro norm & C.E or equivalent. (Please refer to the updated version of Section II Schedule of Requirements -  ITB42941 (V.3) and Section III - Returnable Bidding Forms ITB42941 (V.3))

New amendment added #2: Amendment 2 : To modify the Anchor's minimum capacity from 1 x 75 kg to 1 x 7.5 kg.(Please refer to the updated version of Section II Schedule of Requirements -  ITB42941 (V.2) and Section III - Returnable Bidding Forms ITB42941 (V.2)) 

New clarification added: Dear bidders, Question : can you please confirm if the equipment (or any part of it) will be used for military purposes, or should be considered as "dual-use" (i.e. civilian and military)? If this is the case, will the purchaser be responsable to provide all paperwork required in order to gain export licences from the country of manufacture?Answer : The field of use has no impact on the technical specifications requested. Regarding the documents, UNOPS will provide the necessary documents according to the laws of Tunisia after the contract signature.Best regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear Bidders,Question 1 : Regarding technical Specification point 1.10 Manoeuvring and trim  should be “Hydraulic power steering”, could you confirm if power  assistance with electrical support group  is a must or not?Answer : we confirm that the power assistance with electrical support group is not a must.Question 2 : We would seek clarification on the following points:3.1 Anchor requested is 75kg minimum however this would be suited on a heavier and larger 25 metre crew boat. Whereas the maximum recommended under Class for a vessel of this size would be a maximum of 25 Kgs. An anchor of minimum weight75Kg would not only have an affect over the weight of the vessel and its performance, but also the stowage required. Please advise if 25kg would be accepted as recommended under Class?Answer : Anchor minimum weight is 7,5 kg instead of 75 kg. An amendment will be published shortly to include this change. 1.17 Please confirm the type of cabin required?1.       Fully enclosed cabin including inside seating for capacity 08 persons minimum.   2.       Fully enclosed cabin for helm operator and crew only with seating for capacity 08 persons minimum outside.  Answer :  1.17: The type of cabin required is a Fully enclosed watertight cabin including inside seating for capacity 08 persons minimum.  3.6 Structure – reinforcement for multi-purpose support. Please confirm if this refers to the sides of the vessel having additional protection such as a rubbing strip to allow the vessel to come alongside for boarding purposes? Or does this refer to an additional structure above the cabin for equipment such as radar, lights, communication antennas etc to be mounted. If not, please provide some additional details to this requirement.Answer : 3.6 This refers to the sides of the vessel having additional protection and to an additional structure above the cabin.3.2 mobile projector 100m range – please confirm if this refers to a movable search light?Answer : 3.2: our request is a movable search light with a minimum range of 100 meters.Best regards, Procurement team

New amendment added #1: Amendment 1 :To modify the Section II Schedule of Requirements and section III Returnable Bidding Forms. To add the pre-bid meeting minutes and presentation. To add the englich version of section  IInstructions to Bidders(All modifications are colored in red) 

New clarification added: Dear bidders,Question 1 : Our team has reviewed the provided tender specifications and we would like to seek your confirmation on the vessel configuration. The description appears to suggest that the end user is in need of an open vessel equipped with a console and a roof.Could you kindly confirm if this is indeed the required specification?Answer : We confirm open vessel with console in watertight cabine.Question 2 : The Tender document spesification details build material as Aluminium.  Will the tender authority consider alternative build materials?Composite Build materials (Vynilester Resin, Electrical Chemical Resistant Technical Glass, PVC Core)Built to DNV Class standard in Core Sandwich construction.Answer : The boats should be manufactured with aluminium. Other materials will no be accepted. Best regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear bidders, an amendment to this ITB will be published shortly to include the following aspects : To modify the Section II Schedule of Requirements and section III Returnable Bidding Forms. To add the pre-bid meeting minutes and presentation. To add the englich version of section  IInstructions to BiddersThank you for your patience. Best regards,Procurement team 

New clarification added: Dear bidders, Questions : Please inform us of the possibility to carry out the assembly of the engines in Tunisia by the importer distributor of the brand of the engines offered under a suspensive customs regime since the overall offer being CPT Tunis without any tax.The interest is at two levels:1-the transport of the boat without motor is easier and presents less danger to the boat.2-The installation of the engines by the importer local distributor allows to cover the engines by the manufacturer warranty and facilitates the service after sales.As the delivery of the engines will take place in Tunisia, which implies a local sale for the Tunisian administration, a specific authorization to consider the operation as a Tunisian off-duty operation must be issued by the Tunisian administration for this project.Answer : According to the schedule of requirements, paragraph  "F.Inspections and tests", "(i) The Supplier shall perform all needed tests, including sea trials, in presence of the representative of UNOPS and GN before the shipment to confirm that the goods meet the Purchaser requirements. Documented confirmation of such tests has to be sent to the Purchaser before the shipment", therefore, all required installation and manufacturing must take place on the manufacturer site.Best regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear bidders,Question : Please, can you clarify if the evaluation method awards just the lowest price or is there any technical awarding criteria,with the available scoring point?Answer : The evaluation method for this ITB is : Lowest priced substantially compliant offer. The scoring points are not applicable.Best regards,Hamza

New clarification added: Dear bidders, Questions : 1) Length Over All (LOA) Specification: The technical specification within the tender document specifies a maximum LOA of 11.50 meters for the fast patrol vessels. Our currently designed units, with proven durability and performance, have an LOA of 13.20 meters (12 meters of hull + 1.20 meters of engines).We seek to understand whether an extension in the LOA beyond the specified maximum would be acceptable. We assure you that this extension results in enhanced performance and operational capabilities, and we can furnish detailed technical data to substantiate this if needed.Alternatively, if strict adherence to the 11.5-meter LOA is paramount, we can design and propose a unit accordingly. Your guidance on this aspect is highly appreciated.Answer : The maximum LOA acceptable is 11.5 meters, 2) Air Conditioning and Air Circulation Control (AACC) System: The tender document did not explicitly mention whether the AACC system should be installed within the cabin or elsewhere.Additionally, we would appreciate it if you could also specify your preferences regarding the associated generator requirements for the AACC system. Answer : Bidders have the flexibility to select the model and location of the Air Conditioning and Air Circulation Control (AACC) System, based on the vessel's proposed design.Best Regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear Bidders, Question : For the tender (Ref. No: ITB/2023/46811) that we are interested, we would like to obtain The Solicitation Details Section document. There are multiple references to this document in Section I: Instructions to Bidders, but this document is not included in the tender dossier which is located under the "Documents" tab. Your timely response is critical since the application deadline is fast approaching.Answer : Sollicitation details (Tender Particulars section) are included in the UNOPS' eSourcing platform. Please refer to "UNOPS_eSourcing_Vendor Guide_v1.7_EN"  document for more details. Reminder : A virtual pre-bid meeting will be held on the 30th of May 2023 at 14:00 UTC  through this link: https://meet.google.com/jfd-bppf-kmsPotential bidders are highly encouraged to attend for a better understanding of the requirements and a better preparation of the offer. Thank you ! Best regards,Procurement team 

New clarification added: Dear bidders, Question : in compliance with Art. 7 of the ITB we would like to ask for the following clarifications:  we noticed that the Instructions to Bidders are provided only in French language, and the rest of the bid documents are in English. In this regard, we are kindly asking you to upload the Instructions to Bidders in English too, so the interested bidders can study the requirements of the bid procedure written in English. Response: The ITB will soon be modified to include the English version of the Instructions to Bidders. Meanwhile, please refer to the following document link:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wqB4ykCe8LBPTNfB6tSe0okmkLus7Qkt/view?usp=share_link Thank you for your understanding ! Best regards,Procurement team

New clarification added: Dear Bidders, Question : Please confirm if the boat can be manufactured from fibreglass as opposed to aluminium.Whilst there are pros/cons in each material, for a patrol boat fibreglass would make more sense compared to aluminium.Answer : The boats should be manufactured with Aluminum. The main reason is that aluminium hulls will be much more impact-resistant and require less maintenance than fibreglass. Best regards,Procurement team