Award

Servicing of Davits for Vessels

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

12 Mar 2025 at 09:10

Award

15 Jan 2025 at 09:17

TenderUpdate

12 Aug 2024 at 12:38

Tender

15 Jul 2024 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, under Marine Scotland, has completed the tender process for the servicing of davits on its vessels. The contract, titled "Servicing of Davits for Vessels," falls under the vessel repair services industry category (CPV code 50241100). This contract encompasses services for both compliance vessels (MPV Jura, Minna, and Hirta) and a scientific vessel (MRV Scotia). The procurement was carried out through an open procedure and was concluded in March and October 2025 with the services to be provided at Dales Yards, Leith, and Dunstons Yard, Hull, respectively. The awarded suppliers include Palfinger Marine, who secured contracts worth £71,254.4 and £373,429.85, respectively. The initial planning and tendering stages included amendments and extensions to accommodate all potential bidders effectively.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in vessel repair services, particularly those with expertise in marine engineering, maintenance, and repair. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger companies with experience in handling marine equipment and vessels, can benefit from this contract. The effective delivery of service requirements, staff competence, and adherence to health and safety regulations are key criteria for success. Companies capable of delivering high-quality maintenance services and those looking to expand their business in the maritime sector will find this contract advantageous for business growth.

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Notice Title

Servicing of Davits for Vessels

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers have a requirement for:- b) The servicing of davits on board MRV Scotia.

Lot Information

Servicing of Davits for Compliance Vessels

The Scottish Ministers have a requirement for:- a) The servicing of davits on board its three vessels, MPV Jura, Minna and Hirta.

Renewal: Option of a further renewal for 24 months to 30 September 2029.

Servicing of Davits for Science Vessel

The Scottish Ministers have a requirement for:- a) The servicing of davits on board MRV Scotia.

Renewal: An option of a further 24 months extension until 30 September 2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047d88
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008878-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

50241100 - Vessel repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£444,683 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
April 2029

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312442500

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of, TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PALFINGER MARINE

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