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Maintenance & Servicing on Refridgeration Plant on Vessels

Scottish Government

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20 Apr 2026 at 15:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has initiated a tender process for the maintenance and servicing of air conditioning and refrigeration plants on five vessels that operate within and beyond Scotland, including MPV Jura, MPV Hirta, MPV Minna, MRV Scotia, and MRV Alba na Mara. This tender falls under the industry category of mechanical and electrical engineering services and will be conducted as part of its active services procurement. Interested suppliers are required to electronically submit their bids by 12:00 on 20th May 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and span until the 30th June 2029, with an optional extension for an additional 12 months. The vessels are located in Aberdeen, Fraserburgh, Glasgow, or Leith Harbour, with work to be completed at these docks.

This tender presents a prime opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical, electrical, and marine engineering maintenance services to expand their portfolios and establish long-term relationships with the public sector. Companies with robust technical facilities, experienced staffing resources, and sound financial health are well-positioned to win this contract, as the procurement method is open with no restriction on bids. With a focus on quality management, health and safety, and staff competencies, businesses capable of meeting stringent industry standards and contributing to public service operations would find this an attractive bid. The projected value of the contract is set at £75,000, creating substantial business growth prospects for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance & Servicing on Refridgeration Plant on Vessels

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the provision of all maintenance and servicing of the air conditioning and refrigeration plant on five of its vessels (MPV Jura, MPV Hirta, MPV Minna, MRV Scotia and MRV Alba na Mara) that operate in the waters around and beyond Scotland. These vessels operate in the waters around and beyond Scotland, conducting inspection and compliance operations. To ensure operational safety and reliability, the above air conditioning and refrigeration plant require scheduled maintenance in line with industry standards and legal requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the provision of all maintenance and servicing of the air conditioning and refrigeration plant on five of its vessels (MPV Jura, MPV Hirta, MPV Minna, MRV Scotia and MRV Alba na Mara) that operate in the waters around and beyond Scotland. These vessels operate in the waters around and beyond Scotland, conducting inspection and compliance operations. To ensure operational safety and reliability, the above air conditioning and refrigeration plant require scheduled maintenance in line with industry standards and legal requirements. Each vessel will require an annual health check twice per year in May and November, albeit due to delay in setting up contract the initial service may be in July 2026. A mutually agreed time and date will be agreed. Flexibility on specific dates will be applied. The health check will be to check air filters, full function test, system cycling function, visual check.

Renewal: 12 month optional extension to 30 June 2030.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0686a5
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035759-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection 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

50532000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment

71314100 - Electrical services

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
January 2030.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

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