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21 Jul 2026 at 08:29

Summary of the contracting process

Ards and North Down Borough Council is seeking tenders for the Provision of Marine Work Services. The tender process is currently in the 'tender' stage, and it involves operational and maintenance tasks across five harbours in Northern Ireland, including Groomsport, Donaghadee, Ballywalter, Ballyhalbert, and Cook St. Portaferry. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 18th August 2026, and the anticipated contract commencement date is 1st November 2026, with the contract running until 31st October 2027, potentially extendable for up to three additional years. The procurement falls under the industry category of 'Marine Services' and follows an open procedure, adhering to the UK Procurement legislation 2023/54. The estimated contract value is £336,000.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in marine services, repair, maintenance, and associated marine equipment services. With a focus on both planned and reactive maintenance, businesses that are well-equipped with skilled teams capable of delivering high-quality service will have a competitive edge. This procurement is particularly suited for companies experienced in maritime operations and possessing the necessary technical certifications and insurances. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the market analysis indicates they are positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

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Notice Title

ANDBC Tender for the Provision of Marine Work Services

Notice Description

Tenders are sought by Ards and North Down Borough Council (the Council) for the Provision of Marine Work Services. The Council currently operate 5 harbours - Groomsport, Donaghadee, Ballywalter, Ballyhalbert and Cook St. Portaferry. In addition, the Council is responsible for a number of navigational aids, situated throughout the surrounding Coastal area. The majority of the basic operational tasks at the Harbours are carried out by a Council Harbours' team. However, there are additional tasks that require assistance or a specialist skillset and include both Planned Maintenance and Reactive Maintenance. The Council wishes to appoint a suitably qualified Contractor to undertake these additional tasks.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Whilst the assets identified in the tender documents (Appendix 2 - Harbours and Zones) will form a majority of the works within this contract, as detailed in the Specification, Council may ask the Contractor to deliver works at any location within Zones 1 & 2 identified in Appendix 2.

Renewal: The Contract start date is anticipated to be 1 November 2026 for an initial period of one year, with the option to extend the contract for a further 3x one-year periods, reviewed annually and subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement by both parties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cf6c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068514-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

98360000 - Marine services

98362100 - Marine-base support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2030-07-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARDS AND NORTH DOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BANGOR
Postcode
BT20 4BT
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN09 Ards and North Down
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ards and North Down
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
North Down

Further Information

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