This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jul 2025 at 08:55

Tender

11 Jul 2025 at 16:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government issued a tender for the supply of spare parts for the steering gear of the vessel MPV Jura under the procurement ID CASE/693109. The tender, which falls under the industry category of "Steering devices for invalid carriages," was intended to meet routine maintenance and statutory survey requirements by acquiring compatible and approved spare parts. Unfortunately, the procurement process was cancelled at the award stage. The project was supposed to utilise an open procedure within the UK, and the spare parts needed for this tender were originally supported by Neuver Marine as of 2025. The delivery location was to be at a yet undetermined refit yard, pending the awarding of the vessel's refit contract. This tender opportunity was significant as submissions were meant to be electronic through the Public Contracts Scotland platform, with measures in place to ensure timely delivery without last-minute issues.

This tender offered potential business growth opportunities for companies that specialise in maritime equipment, particularly those supplying mechanical and steering components for maritime vessels. Businesses with expertise in the provision of compatible parts for Rolls-royce Tenfjord steering gears, or those with the capacity to deliver high-quality components at competitive prices, would be well-positioned to compete. Although the process was cancelled, such opportunities highlight the importance of having the capability and readiness to supply critical safety systems, which is crucial for businesses striving to meet government procurement standards in the supply chain for marine vehicles.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Spare Parts for Steering Gear for MPV Jura

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the supply of spare parts for steering gear of the vessel, MPV Jura.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the supply of spare parts for steering gear of the vessel, MPV Jura. The vessels steering gear is classified as a critical safety system. As part of routine 5-yearly maintenance and statutory survey requirements, a range of compatible and approved spare parts must be procured and installed to ensure ongoing safety, compliance, and reliability. The spares require are for a Rolls-royce Tenfjord steering gear or equivalent. Rolls-royce was acquired by Kongsberg in 2019. As of 2025 the Tenfjord steering gear units are supported by Neuver Marine, who acquired the steering gear and rudder operations from Kongsberg.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055dfd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039460-2025
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

33193212 - Steering devices for invalid carriages

34320000 - Mechanical spare parts except engines and engine parts

34913000 - Miscellaneous spare parts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
11 Sep 2025 - 20 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Postcode Area
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

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