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Invitation to Tender for the Cruise Ship Welcome and Information Service

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority), offered an opportunity for contractors to bid on the provision of the Cruise Ship Welcome and Information Services for passengers and crew arriving in Orkney Islands - Mainland. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, classified under the services category, specifically related to port activities. The tender was active, with submission closing on the 5th of January 2023. The estimated contract value was GBP 1,125,000 for an initial term of 36 months, with options to extend for 2 x 12 months. The process underwent stages from planning to award, with the latest award notice documented on 13th March 2026, concluding with Ship2shoreorkney being awarded the contract, valued at GBP 1,107,300 and signed on 1st March 2023.

This tender presented substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for SMEs possessing the necessary qualifications and experience in cruise ship services. The focus was on delivering quality service and competitive pricing, offering a viable opportunity for businesses in the maritime and tourism sectors to expand their operations within the Orkney Islands region. The open procedure promised transparency and fair competition, allowing businesses with electronic submission capabilities to participate effectively. With the potential for contract extensions, suitable businesses stand to benefit from a sustained revenue stream and heightened exposure in a high-traffic tourist destination like the Orkneys.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for the Cruise Ship Welcome and Information Service

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced Contractors for the provision of the Cruise Ship Welcome and Information Services to arriving cruise ship passengers and crew.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Orkney Islands Council invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced Contractors for the provision of the Cruise Ship Welcome and Information Services to arriving cruise ship passengers and crew. The service is for an initial term of 36 months with options to extend for a further 2 x 12 months.

Renewal: The initial term of the contract is 36 months with 2 x 12 extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000714703
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551688
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63513000 - Tourist information services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,125,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,125,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,107,300 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20233 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
November 2028

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHIP2SHOREORKNEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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