Planning

Provision of Westray to Papa Westray Pasenger Ferry Service

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)

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Planning

26 Mar 2021 at 00:00

OJEU - F4 - Prior Information Notice (Utilities)
Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority) is initiating a tender process for the provision of the Westray to Papa Westray Passenger Ferry Service, located in Kirkwall, UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with the anticipated start date for the service set for 1 July 2021. The total contract value is £360,000, covering a 12-month period with options to extend up to three additional years. Interested parties must submit their operational concepts along with a Market Testing Questionnaire by the deadline indicated in the forthcoming notices, with future communications expected by 5 May 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for ferry operators and transport service providers to expand their business offerings in the Orkney Islands. Companies specialising in maritime services with the capability to operate vessels for passenger transportation, particularly those with experience in regional ferry operations, would be well-positioned to compete in this market. Successful respondents will not only secure a contract that enables the provision of essential transport links between the islands but could also enhance their reputation and network within the wider transport sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Westray to Papa Westray Pasenger Ferry Service

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council is seeking to conduct a market test for the operation of a passenger ferry service between Pierowall (Westray) and Mocklett Pier (Papa Westray). Capacity should not be less than 40 passengers.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Orkney Islands Council is seeking to conduct a market test for the operation of a passenger ferry service between Pierowall (Westray) and Mocklett Pier (Papa Westray). Capacity should not be less than 40 passengers. Service will likely commence on 1 July 2021.The service may be operated using own vessel or a vessel provided by Orkney Islands Council (Orkney Ferries) under a Voyage Charter arrangement. The timetable for the service will be set by Orkney Islands Council and currently consists of 6 runs on a Mon, Tue & Wed, 5 on a Thur, 4 on a Friday & Saturday and 3 on a Sunday.. Interested parties are requested to provide a short brief of the operational concept for provision of the service in addition to the completion of the Market Testing Questionnaire as attached to this notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410486
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F4 - Prior Information Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

34512100 - Ferry boats

60610000 - Ferry transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 May 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)
Contact Name
Rosemary Colsell
Contact Email
rosemary.colsell@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1856873535

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands
Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Further Information

Notice Documents

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