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TenderCancellation

04 Aug 2026 at 10:38

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15 Jul 2026 at 13:41

Tender

22 Jun 2026 at 14:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Decommissioning 15Mw Drive Train - Mechanical" was initiated by the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult, located at 121 George Street, Glasgow, UK. This contract, classified under decommissioning services, sought to engage a contractor for the safe dismantling, transportation, and disposal of mechanical systems. Initially set under an open procedure, the tender was valued at £600,000 and intended to proceed through the planning and tender stages. The procurement began with a tender period ending on 31st July 2026, and an award period culminating on 3rd August 2026. Unfortunately, the process was completed without receiving any tender submissions, leading to the cancellation of the contract.

This tender represented an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in decommissioning services, particularly those with expertise in handling and dismantling substantial mechanical systems. The open procedure allowed for broad participation, encouraging small and medium enterprises to apply. Though the tender did not reach the award stage, the characteristics of the procurement, such as its scale and the focus on decommissioning, make it a reference for similar future opportunities. Businesses experienced in providing comprehensive logistics, safety management, and equipment disposal services would have been well-suited for this contract, highlighting potential growth avenues for firms specialising in renewable energy infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

Decommissioning 15Mw Drive Train - Mechanical

Notice Description

The purpose of this procurement is to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to undertake the safe dismantling, removal, transportation and disposal of mechanical systems and equipment whilst ensuring the protection of retained assets and maintaining site safety throughout the execution of the Works.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073606-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98391000 - Decommissioning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 10 Dec 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT
Additional Buyers

MISSING

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

Further Information

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