Decommissioning 15Mw Drive Train - Mechanical

OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT

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Tender

22 Jun 2026 at 14:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult involves a tender titled "Decommissioning 15Mw Drive Train - Mechanical". This contract falls under the services category, specifically focusing on decommissioning services. The buying organisation, a public undertaking located in Glasgow, UK, seeks to appoint a contractor for the dismantling, removal, and disposal of mechanical systems, ensuring site safety and asset protection. The procurement follows an open procedure, with key submission deadlines, including the enquiry period ending on 20th July 2026 and the tender period closing on 24th July 2026. The contract is valued at £600,000 GBP, with an expected contract period from 10th August 2026 to 10th December 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the mechanical and engineering sectors, particularly those with expertise in decommissioning services. Companies that can offer a high level of technical quality, given its 60% weight on the award criteria, alongside competitive pricing, stand to benefit. With the process open to SMEs, it offers a growth platform for smaller enterprises seeking to engage in major projects within the renewable energy sector. The streamlined open procurement method facilitates broader competition, providing potential business growth and market expansion for the successful bidder.

How relevant is this notice?

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. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://orecatapult.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Glasgow:-Decommissioning-services./SJEY8X8S85 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://orecatapult.delta-esourcing.com/respond/SJEY8X8S85

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba5f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058638-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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
22 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20265 weeks to go
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
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY 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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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