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21 Jul 2026 at 08:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Trinity House, involves the award of a contract for engineering work on the THV Galatea, specifically concerning the PFH 80 Davit system. The contract has been awarded to PALFINGER MARINE EUROPE BV. This procurement falls under the mechanical engineering installation works category and takes place in the United Kingdom. The procurement method was limited competition, below the threshold, and the contract is in the 'active' stage as of 15 July 2026. The contract period is scheduled from 4 October 2026 to 30 October 2026, with a contract value of €44,035.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies operating within the mechanical engineering and installation industry. The project encompasses installing hydraulic motors and load pins, testing functions, and supplying parts and software for new PLC systems. Firms with expertise in these areas, particularly those able to provide skilled engineers and equipment, would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The limited competition nature of the procurement indicates a more targeted opportunity, potentially reducing the pool of competing suppliers.

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Notice Title

STA1540 Engineering work on THV Galatea

Notice Description

2 x engineers to attend and complete work on the PFH 80 Davit system *Install new hyd. motors and load pins *Function test system This includes parts/software supply for new PLC, engineers working & travel hours

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cf68
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068509-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£44,035 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRINITY HOUSE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3N 4DH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Tower
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PALFINGER MARINE EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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