Award

Emergency Repair to MPV Jura Tailshaft Seal

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Award

08 Dec 2025 at 09:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government's Marine Directorate initiated a procurement process under exceptional circumstances to address an unforeseen defect in the tailshaft seal housing of the MPV Jura. This emergency repair required swift action due to the impending risk of oil leakage and compliance issues. The procurement was conducted through a limited method without prior publication to accommodate the extreme urgency of the situation. The service, categorised under vessel repair services, took place at the UK Docks yard in Middlesbrough, with the contract being finalised on 7th December 2025. The procurement stage has been completed, resulting in an award to UK Docks Marine Services Limited, a supplier based in Middlesbrough.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in marine repair services, particularly those with the capability to respond rapidly to urgent maritime repairs. Given the focus on repair and maintenance, companies with expertise in marine engineering or those offering specialised equipment for such services are well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes. Additionally, for SMEs, particularly those in the UK with a keen focus on the maritime industry, this project serves as a gateway to securing government contracts and expanding their portfolio in high-stakes, urgent service delivery situations.

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Notice Title

Emergency Repair to MPV Jura Tailshaft Seal

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate has a requirement for an emergency dry docking to allow rudder removal and shaft withdrawl for renewal of stern seal housing.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate has a requirement for an emergency dry docking to allow rudder removal and shaft withdrawl for renewal of stern seal housing.

Procurement Information

During the vessel's scheduled docking period, Marine Directorate became aware of a significant and unforeseeable defect in the replacement tail-shaft seal housing supplied by manufacturer. Although the component had been ordered and supplied in good faith, it was only once the original housing was removed and inspected on 29 October 2025 that it became clear the supplied unit was the wrong configuration. A replacement part was ordered from Japan but due to pressure of having to leave the dry dock, a temporary fix was arranged. The temporary fix was unsuccessful and is causing oil leakage. This requires the vessel to be dry docked again to avoid potential oil leakage, breaching environmental regulations, risk of damage to the tail-shaft bearings and stern-tube system and loss of class compliance if the issue is not addressed promptly.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f058
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080429-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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

50241100 - Vessel repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£57,673 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Dec 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
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
TLE4 West Yorkshire

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UK DOCKS MARINE SERVICES

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