This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

08 Mar 2022 at 16:36

Tender

01 Dec 2021 at 15:35

Award

11 Oct 2021 at 08:55

Tender

27 Apr 2021 at 17:04

Summary of the contracting process

CalMac Ferries Limited is seeking a supplier to provide port and associated services for its major vessels across key locations, including Birkenhead, Aberdeen, and Leith. This procurement is currently in the Award stage, with the contract signed on 4th March 2022 valued at £694,018. The procurement method is an open procedure, enabling wider participation, and the main industry category is services related to dry-docking. Interested parties should note that this contract is now complete, yet the ongoing operations present further opportunities in future procurements within the same sector.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime logistics, port management, and dry-docking services. Companies equipped with local port knowledge and experience in coordinating various stakeholders, such as port authorities and subcontractors, will be particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, firms focusing on emergency response and crew welfare in maritime operations would likely find this type of work aligns well with their expertise, especially considering the potential for similar contracts in the future from CalMac Ferries Limited.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Port and Associated Services for Major Vessels

Notice Description

CalMac Ferries Ltd require a supplier to co-ordinate the provision of Port and Associated Services for all current and future CalMac major vessels for various port calls and dockings at Birkenhead, Aberdeen and Leith.

Lot Information

Lot 1

CalMac Ferries require a supplier to co-ordinate the provision of Port and Associated Services for all current and future CalMac major vessels for various port calls and dockings at Birkenhead, Aberdeen and Leith. Smaller vessels within the fleet are not part of this specification but there may be an occasional requirement to assist in an emergency As subject matter experts and with proven local port knowledge, the supplier will ensure a smooth vessel transition in and out of the port and/or dockyard and have the welfare of the crew as a priority during all activities. The supplier will liaise with all necessary sub-contractors including but not limited to, port authorities, pilotage and towage services. They will also be required to co-ordinate any crew issues, repatriation requirements and provide relevant documentation when required. The expected work to be undertaken largely relates to planned vessel dockings. However, coverage and expenditure may be required for emergency port calls for repair and maintenance at short notice.

Renewal: possible extension of 2 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and need.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02aabd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006353-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50246100 - Dry-docking services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£694,018 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Mar 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CalMac Ferries Limited
Additional Buyers

CalMac Ferries Ltd

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Postcode Area
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde West
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GAC Services

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