Award

Temporary Offshore WindMooring Systems

OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

22 Apr 2026 at 10:34

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

22 Apr 2026 at 08:09

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

22 Apr 2026 at 08:07

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process has been finalised for the project titled "Temporary Offshore WindMooring Systems," commissioned by the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult based in Glasgow, United Kingdom. The initiative focuses on developing anchorages within the Cromarty Firth and Scapa Flow, aimed at exploring technical aspects such as substructure types and mooring options. The contract was directly awarded to SEAWAY 7 UK LIMITED due to their specialised expertise in integrated mooring systems and marine operations, which aligns with the project's requirements. Initiated through a direct award process, the procurement is categorised under services related to technical analysis or consultancy, with a commencement date of 28th April 2026 and an end date of 1st August 2026. The contract, valued at GBP 62,334, is already active with a signed date of 22nd April 2026, reflecting the complete status of the process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mooring systems and technical consultancy services, particularly those equipped to handle complex marine operations. Large-scale maritime firms with expertise in delivering sophisticated substructure and anchorage solutions are best suited to leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and contribute to advancements in renewable energy infrastructure. With SEAWAY 7 UK LIMITED as the supplier, the project has potential for industry collaboration and innovation, offering a growth avenue for similar businesses capable of providing niche technical services. Engaging in such projects can enhance credibility and market visibility within the renewable energy domain, paving the way for future contracts and partnerships.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Temporary Offshore WindMooring Systems

Notice Description

This project will be undertaken looking at potential anchorages within the Cromarty Firth and Scapa Flow; with an aim to present selected case studies based on key technical information captured in the project such as prevailing substructure types, expected throughput, load out strategy, preferred temporary mooring options and what components will be wet stored.)

Procurement Information

They require a direct award because the scope demands highly specialised, integrated mooring-system and marine-operations expertise held by Seaway.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068807
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036508-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£62,334 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£62,334 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 20262 days ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 1 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1RD
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEAWAY 7

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-068807-2026-04-22T11:34:14+01:00",
    "date": "2026-04-22T11:34:14+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-068807",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PYJB-8958-TLYW",
            "name": "Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PYJB-8958-TLYW"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "121 George Street",
                "locality": "Glasgow",
                "postalCode": "G1 1RD",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKM82"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "procurement@ore.catapult.org.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicUndertaking",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public undertaking"
                    }
                ]
            }
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-FTS-180504",
            "name": "SEAWAY 7 UK LIMITED",
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "40 Brighton Road",
                "locality": "Sutton",
                "postalCode": "SM2 5BN",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKI63"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "Armand.Charpentier@Seaway7.com"
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ],
            "details": {
                "scale": "large",
                "vcse": false
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-PPON-PYJB-8958-TLYW",
        "name": "Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "ORE26/024",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "Temporary Offshore WindMooring Systems",
        "description": "This project will be undertaken looking at potential anchorages within the Cromarty Firth and Scapa Flow; with an aim to present selected case studies based on key technical information captured in the project such as prevailing substructure types, expected throughput, load out strategy, preferred temporary mooring options and what components will be wet stored.)",
        "status": "complete",
        "procurementMethod": "direct",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Direct award",
        "procurementMethodRationale": "They require a direct award because the scope demands highly specialised, integrated mooring-system and marine-operations expertise held by Seaway.",
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "complete"
            }
        ],
        "procurementMethodRationaleClassifications": [
            {
                "id": "singleSuppliersTechnicalReasons"
            }
        ]
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "status": "active",
            "value": {
                "amountGross": 62334,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
            "aboveThreshold": false,
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-FTS-180504",
                    "name": "SEAWAY 7 UK LIMITED"
                }
            ],
            "items": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "additionalClassifications": [
                        {
                            "scheme": "CPV",
                            "id": "71621000",
                            "description": "Technical analysis or consultancy services"
                        }
                    ],
                    "deliveryAddresses": [
                        {
                            "region": "UK",
                            "country": "GB",
                            "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                        },
                        {
                            "region": "UK",
                            "country": "GB",
                            "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                        },
                        {
                            "region": "UK",
                            "country": "GB",
                            "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                        }
                    ],
                    "relatedLot": "1"
                }
            ],
            "contractPeriod": {
                "startDate": "2026-04-28T00:00:00+01:00",
                "endDate": "2026-08-01T23:59:59+01:00"
            },
            "relatedLots": [
                "1"
            ],
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "036388-2026",
                    "documentType": "awardNotice",
                    "noticeType": "UK5",
                    "description": "Transparency notice on Find a Tender",
                    "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036388-2026",
                    "datePublished": "2026-04-22T09:07:53+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html"
                },
                {
                    "id": "036390-2026",
                    "documentType": "awardNotice",
                    "noticeType": "UK6",
                    "description": "Contract award notice on Find a Tender",
                    "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036390-2026",
                    "datePublished": "2026-04-22T09:09:42+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html"
                }
            ],
            "milestones": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "type": "futureSignatureDate",
                    "dueDate": "2026-04-27T23:59:59+01:00",
                    "status": "scheduled"
                }
            ],
            "date": "2026-04-22T00:00:00+01:00"
        }
    ],
    "language": "en",
    "contracts": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "awardID": "1",
            "status": "active",
            "period": {
                "startDate": "2026-04-28T00:00:00+01:00",
                "endDate": "2026-08-01T23:59:59+01:00"
            },
            "value": {
                "amountGross": 62334,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "aboveThreshold": false,
            "dateSigned": "2026-04-22T00:00:00+01:00",
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "036508-2026",
                    "documentType": "contractNotice",
                    "noticeType": "UK7",
                    "description": "Contract details notice on Find a Tender",
                    "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036508-2026",
                    "datePublished": "2026-04-22T11:34:14+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html"
                }
            ]
        }
    ]
}