Mooring Line

Royal Bahamas Defence Force

Published: Aug 13, 2026

Updated: Aug 15, 2026

Source: bahamas_bonfire

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the general supplies sector, with a focus on General Supplies. Located in Bahamas, Caribbean, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before August 26, 2026.

Published through Bahamas eProcurement, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the general supplies sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is issued by the Royal Bahamas Defence Force in the Bahamas, with the reference number RBDF-RFQ-08/2026-LN-13171. The tender concerns the procurement of a mooring line. Mooring lines are essential components for securing vessels, ensuring safety and stability in ports, anchorages, or during ship-to-ship operations. Given the contracting authority, the requirements will likely focus on durability, strength, and resistance to harsh marine conditions. Typical specifications for mooring lines include material type (e.g., synthetic ropes like polyester, nylon, or polypropylene, or steel wire rope), diameter, breaking strength (tensile strength), length, and construction (e.g., braided, twisted). The RFQ may also specify requirements for end terminations, such as spliced eyes or thimbles, and any necessary certifications (e.g., marine classification society approval). Bidders are expected to provide detailed product specifications, evidence of compliance with relevant standards, and information on expected service life. The Royal Bahamas Defence Force will evaluate offers based on the technical suitability of the mooring lines for maritime applications, quality of materials, adherence to specifications, delivery schedules, and competitive pricing. Experience supplying marine equipment or ropes would be beneficial.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Bahamas eProcurement and was originally published on August 13, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Royal Bahamas Defence Force

Royal Bahamas Defence Force has issued 77 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 12 currently open and 2 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Governance & Public Administration, and Security, Defense & Justice. All notices are published for Bahamas. Notices are distributed via Bahamas eProcurement. Most recent publication: August 14, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 26, 2026. You have 11 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Royal Bahamas Defence Force in Bahamas. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the General Supplies & Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Bahamas. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Bahamas eProcurement to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.