Award

Crane Hire - LDT Blade Removal

ORE CATAPULT

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 May 2026 at 10:57

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

15 May 2026 at 10:32

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

15 May 2026 at 10:26

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by ORE Catapult, a public undertaking based in Glasgow, involved a direct award for the "Crane Hire - LDT Blade Removal" project. This contract falls under the works industry category and was undertaken due to urgent need, as delays could have caused further damage to the wind turbine's blade. The awarded contract, valued at £309,336, was active from 25th May 2026 to 31st July 2026, with ORE Catapult initiating the direct procurement method to address the urgency of restoring the turbine's operation efficiently. The contract location is in Lochgelly, UKM72, reinforcing the commitment to local project execution.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialised in renewable energy services and crane operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises, like D HALL RENEWABLES LTD, which was awarded the contract, are particularly well-suited to participate in such procurements due to the specialised skill set required. These opportunities are vital for businesses looking to expand their portfolios in high-demand sectors like renewable energy, while also participating in government projects that prioritise urgency and operational expertise. In this case, the direct procurement method facilitates swift engagement, ensuring responsiveness to critical operational needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Crane Hire - LDT Blade Removal

Notice Description

The purpose of this direct award is to provide the following services at the LDT: * Isolations in line with the Wind Turbine Safety (WTSR) Rules * Technicians to remove the damaged blade in preparation for lifting * Lifting to the ground of the damaged blade * Technicians to reinstall the blade following repair * Removal of isolations and handing back control of the machine in line with WSTR

Procurement Information

the timescales associated with a competitive tender would leave the turbine out of service and at risk of further potentially irreparable damage to the blade.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0699d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049584-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45510000 - Hire of cranes with operator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£309,336 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£309,336 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
24 May 2026 - 31 Jul 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
ORE CATAPULT
Contact Name
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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

D HALL RENEWABLES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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