Award

DMARINE - Vessel Monitoring and Alarm System for MRV Scotia

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Dec 2025 at 11:48

Tender

23 Jul 2025 at 09:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "DMARINE - Vessel Monitoring and Alarm System for MRV Scotia", has been conducted by the Scottish Government, classified under the industry category of marine patrol vessels. Located in the United Kingdom (region UKM), this contract involves the replacement of an advanced ship automation system designed to enhance safety and operational oversight. The contract was awarded to Ships Electronic Services on 28th November 2025, under an open procedure method and falls within the goods procurement category. This process was completed in the award stage, with the contract valued at £449,353 GBP. The initial tendering phase began with bids opening on 4th September 2025 and encapsulated various key criteria focusing on both price and quality.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for large-scale electronic service suppliers and those specialising in ship automation technologies to expand their business footprint. As the procurement favoured entities capable of meeting strict quality criteria linked to critical marine operations, businesses with robust offerings in maritime safety solutions stand to benefit. The open procurement approach allowed for a competitive selection process, with the involvement of EU-based foreign bids, highlighting the global competitive landscape in the ship maintenance and monitoring sector. For companies aiming to engage in public sector contracts or targeting maritime equipment upgrades, similar opportunities could provide avenues for growth and diversification.

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Notice Title

DMARINE - Vessel Monitoring and Alarm System for MRV Scotia

Notice Description

The Scottish Government has awarded a contract for a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the replacement of a vessel monitoring and alarm system. MRV Scotia is currently fitted the G-MOWS (General Monitoring and Warning System) is an advanced ship automation system used for real-time monitoring, alarm management, and control of essential shipboard functions. It is designed to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational oversight by providing a centralised interface for monitoring various onboard systems.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government has awarded a contract for the replacement of a vessel monitoring and alarm system. MRV Scotia is currently fitted the G-MOWS (General Monitoring and Warning System) is an advanced ship automation system used for real-time monitoring, alarm management, and control of essential shipboard functions. It is designed to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational oversight by providing a centralised interface for monitoring various onboard systems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056462
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078837-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34511100 - Marine patrol vessels

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
£345,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£449,353 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
michael brydon
Contact Email
michael.brydon@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312443619

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

SHIPS ELECTRONIC SERVICES

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