Tender

FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation

FERGUSON MARINE (PORT GLASGOW) LTD

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27 Apr 2026 at 16:00

Summary of the contracting process

Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Ltd is seeking tender submissions for its project titled "FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation." This procurement process falls under the category of works, specifically targeting ground investigation work, and is located in Port Glasgow, United Kingdom (region UKM83). The tender is in the active stage, with the submission deadline set for 27th May 2026 at 11:30 BST. The procurement method is open, following an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The contract period is 720 days with potential renewals of two 12-month extensions. After the tender closes, the award period begins on the same day at 12:00 BST.

Businesses specialising in ground investigation, site assessments, and related construction services could see significant growth opportunities from this tender. As the contract involves substantial technical and price considerations, companies equipped with strong technical expertise and competitive pricing will be well-suited to compete. The opportunity is especially relevant for firms that can offer electronic ordering and invoicing, given the electronic submission preference. Ferguson Marine is recognised for its influence in the shipbuilding industry and operates under public law, providing extensive reach within industry circles. Businesses able to meet these specifications and leverage this chance effectively may achieve significant project growth and stronger industry positioning.

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Notice Title

FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation

Notice Description

FMPG requires Ground Investigation work ahead of potential yard transformation works.

Lot Information

Lot 1

FMPG requires various site ground investigation work to establish suitability for a potential yard transformation. Please note Appendix D will be sent separately due to the file size. Please contact procurement@fergusonmarine.com to access.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extentions will be applicable.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068c0c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038230-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
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


CPV Codes

45111250 - Ground investigation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FERGUSON MARINE (PORT GLASGOW) LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORT GLASGOW
Postcode
PA14 5NG
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
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

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

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