Award

Replacement Rigid Inflatable Boats

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

31 Jul 2025 at 07:56

Award

07 Apr 2025 at 07:54

Tender

16 Apr 2024 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, through its Marine Directorate, has completed the procurement process for the acquisition of two replacement Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) as part of its marine safety commitment. The contract, titled "Replacement Rigid Inflatable Boats," falls under the marine equipment industry category and is governed by the CPV classification. This process involved an open procedure method and was initially active, with the contract being effectively signed on 26th June 2024. The contracting process occurred with an end date for the tender period set on 16th May 2024. The procurement aimed to enhance the safety and functionality of the Marine Protection Vessel, Jura, located in the UKM region, with Northern Marine Power Ltd being awarded the contract.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the marine equipment sector, particularly those with expertise in manufacturing RIBs. The process favoured SMEs, as evidenced by the active award to Northern Marine Power Ltd, a company identified as an SME. Businesses involved in marine safety equipment, possessing a demonstrable track record in quality management and a robust operational understanding, would find themselves well-positioned to engage in similar tenders. Companies focusing on the development of SOLAS-compliant rescue boats or those certified as Category 3 Workboats could benefit greatly from pursuing opportunities like this, thereby expanding their involvement within governmental procurement activities.

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Notice Title

Replacement Rigid Inflatable Boats

Notice Description

The Scottish Government, through Marine Directorate, invites tenders for a contract for the two new Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) as part of Marine Directorate's commitment to meeting health and safety requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract seeks to deliver two replacement boarding boats launch / recoverable from its Marine Protection Vessel, Jura, an 84m offshore marine patrol vessel of 2182 gross tonnes. The replacement boats must comply with the operational and performance requirements below as well as being fully certified as a 'Rescue Boat' as defined by SOLAS, and additionally as a Category 3 Workboat (if a Liferaft is onboard).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0452b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044546-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34511100 - Marine patrol vessels

34930000 - Marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£790,148 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
23 Jun 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
brody.johnston@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312444000

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTHERN MARINE POWER

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