Tender

Marine Engineering Support Framework

CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED

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Tender

04 Feb 2026 at 15:20

Summary of the contracting process

CalMac Ferries Limited is soliciting tenders for the "Marine Engineering Support Framework" project, aimed at providing engineering support for technical projects on CalMac vessels. The procurement process is in the Tender stage with a current end date for tender submissions on 9th March 2026 at 12:00 PM. This project falls under the services category, specifically in marine survey services, with operations primarily located in the United Kingdom (region: UKM). The framework has an estimated value of £300,000 and extends over a period of 1,080 days, with a potential renewal option for an additional 12 months. The procurement method employed is open, inviting electronic submissions via the specified portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the marine engineering and survey services industry. Companies with strong capabilities in conducting detailed vessel surveys, providing comprehensive engineering support, and fulfilling technical project duties will be well-suited to compete. The tender is structured to accommodate participation with a high number of potential suppliers due to its framework agreement capacity. Businesses that can demonstrate robust economic stability, relevant technical expertise, and compliance with set insurance and liability standards have a promising chance to secure a contract in this procurement process. This can enhance business growth by expanding portfolios within public marine service frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Marine Engineering Support Framework

Notice Description

Engineering Support for Project work on CalMac Vessels

Lot Information

Lot 1

CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is seeking to award a framework for Engineering Support to assist on technical projects when required. This shall include detailed vessel surveys to support design and engineering activities.

Renewal: 12 Months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064732
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010088-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

71336000 - Engineering support services

71354500 - Marine survey services

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
4 years.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED
Contact Name
Calum Bell
Contact Email
calum.bell@calmac.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1475650232

Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde West
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

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