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Framework for Marine Accommodation Refurbishments

CalMac Ferries Limited

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09 Jun 2026 at 14:19

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Summary of the contracting process

CalMac Ferries Ltd is currently conducting a tender process for a Framework Agreement concerning Marine Accommodation Refurbishments across its fleet. This procurement, under the title "Framework for Marine Accommodation Refurbishments," falls within the repair and maintenance services industry category and is valued at £2,000,000. The procurement is in the "tender" stage with a submission deadline on 9th July 2026 at 12:00 pm. The services required are categorised into three lots: Hygiene, Crew Area, and Passenger Area Refurbishments. The contract involves refurbishing onboard living spaces and must comply with the latest SOLAS/MCA/LRS standards. The expected delivery regions include Greenock or Aberdeen, within the UKM region. This tender is conducted through an open procurement method, facilitating a broad competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in repair, maintenance, and marine refurbishment services, offering substantial contract periods with potential extensions of up to 24 months. Companies with expertise in marine systems, experience working on ferry accommodations, and the capability to supply and install compliant materials and equipment could find lucrative opportunities. The procurement stresses quality, with 60% emphasis on technical and quality aspects alongside 40% on price, suggesting that businesses with strong technical credentials and competitive pricing strategies could thrive. Entry into this framework agreement would not only provide a consistent work stream but also align with CalMac Ferries' commitment to modernising its fleet, promoting growth for suitably qualified businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for Marine Accommodation Refurbishments

Notice Description

CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement for the provision of Marine Accommodation Refurbishment services on the CFL fleet. The proposed Framework Agreement services will vary in size, value and complexity.

Lot Information

Hygiene Refurbishments

CFL intent is to engage in a Framework Agreement with a number of Contractors with the appropriate qualifications and marine experience to support Marine Accommodation Refurbishment services (Lot 1 - Hygiene Refurbishments) across the fleet. Marine Accommodation Refurbishments is the modernisation or improvement of onboard living and communal spaces, i.e. sanitary areas, public spaces and crew accommodation. The Contractor(s) is responsible for provision and installation of all Refurbishment materials and/or equipment. All equipment and materials are to be new, durable and must be in compliance with the latest SOLAS/MCA/LRS requirements/approvals/certification. Tenderers are invited to bid for any or all Lots. This invitation is issued as a desktop tendering exercise only.

Renewal: There will be optional extensions up to 24 months

Crew Area Refurbishments

CFL intent is to engage in a Framework Agreement with a number of Contractors with the appropriate qualifications and marine experience to support Marine Accommodation Refurbishment services (Lot 3 - Crew Area Refurbishments) across the fleet. Marine Accommodation Refurbishments is the modernisation or improvement of onboard living and communal spaces, i.e. sanitary areas, public spaces and crew accommodation. The Contractor(s) is responsible for provision and installation of all Refurbishment materials and/or equipment. All equipment and materials are to be new, durable and must be in compliance with the latest SOLAS/MCA/LRS requirements/approvals/certification. Tenderers are invited to bid for any or all Lots. This invitation is issued as a desktop tendering exercise only

Renewal: Optional Extensions available for up to 24 months

Passenger Area Refurbishments

CFL intent is to engage in a Framework Agreement with a number of Contractors with the appropriate qualifications and marine experience to support Marine Accommodation Refurbishment services (Lot 1 - Passenger Area Refurbishments) across the fleet. Marine Accommodation Refurbishments is the modernisation or improvement of onboard living and communal spaces, i.e. sanitary areas, public spaces and crew accommodation. The Contractor(s) is responsible for provision and installation of all Refurbishment materials and/or equipment. All equipment and materials are to be new, durable and must be in compliance with the latest SOLAS/MCA/LRS requirements/approvals/certification. Tenderers are invited to bid for any or all Lots. This invitation is issued as a desktop tendering exercise only

Renewal: Optional Extensions are available up to 24 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b0ee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054323-2026
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50241100 - Vessel repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2026Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CalMac Ferries Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Postcode Area
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

Further Information

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