Award

Refit of MPV Jura, Minna & Hirta

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

26 Sep 2025 at 10:24

Tender

19 May 2025 at 09:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, through its Marine Directorate, has initiated a tender process aimed at the comprehensive refit of the vessels MPV Jura, Minna, and Hirta. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting repair and maintenance services of ships, with work expected to be carried out at bidders' respective shipyards. The tender, identified by the title "Refit of MPV Jura, Minna & Hirta," was in active status as of May 2025 with the award stage concluding by September 2025. The open procedure method was employed for this procurement, with a total contract value of £2,062,500 over a three-year contract period starting from August 2025 to August 2028. Offers were opened in Aberdeen, with the tenders recognising compliance with the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA).

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in maritime repair and maintenance services to expand their portfolio by engaging with an ongoing public sector contract. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in ship refitting, and who meet the outlined economic and technical criteria, are well-positioned to compete, particularly those with a proven track record in similar large-scale projects. The procurement criteria highlight the importance of understanding delivery, staff competence, and contract management. These elements underscore the potential for enterprises to showcase their capabilities in fulfilling complex requirements, thereby enhancing their market reputation and ensuring sustainable business growth.

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Notice Title

Refit of MPV Jura, Minna & Hirta

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invites tenders for the refitting of its vessels, MPV Jura, Minna & Hirta, over the next three years. The requirement will involve four dry dock refits and five wet dock refits during the periods within the invitation to tender.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invites tenders for the refitting of its vessels, MPV Jura, Minna & Hirta, over the next three years. The requirement will involve four dry dock refits and five wet dock refits during the periods within the invitation to tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05168f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060059-2025
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

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,062,500 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,807,201 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
10 Aug 2025 - 10 Aug 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
January 2028

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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DUNSTON (SHIP REPAIRS

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