Award

Refit of Sir John Murray

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Feb 2025 at 00:00

Tender

13 Nov 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has awarded a contract for the refit of the vessel 'Sir John Murray' to Dunston (Ship Repairs) Ltd. The procurement process was initiated by the Marine Directorate and covered a comprehensive refitting task at the supplier's yard, located within the UK. This open procedure tender fell under the services category, with a specific focus on marine repair (CPV codes: 50240000 and 50000000). The contracting process went through several stages, concluding with the awarding of the contract, which was signed on 18th February 2025. The procurement was managed out of the Marine Directorate located in Aberdeen, with key figures such as Bob McLeod involved in the contact point for the buyer's side.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the maritime repair and services industry, particularly those experienced with large vessel refurbishment and capacity to perform detailed marine engineering tasks. SMEs like Dunston (Ship Repairs) Ltd, which has successfully secured the contract worth £202,760.1, can exemplify how smaller, specialised companies can effectively compete in such tenders. Other businesses with capabilities in technical facilities, staffing resources, and relevant environmental and quality management measures may find similar opportunities within the public procurement landscape. A strong financial standing, relevant past experience, and compliance with stipulated economic and technical criteria are essential for potential bidders aiming to leverage such procurement contracts for business growth.

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Notice Title

Refit of Sir John Murray

Notice Description

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Refit of Sir John Murray.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Directorate, part of the Scottish Government, invites tenders for the refitting of the vessel, MRV Sir John Murray, a vessel owned by the Scottish Environmental protection Agency (SEPA) and managed by the Marine Directorate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000783191
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524406
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

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

50241100 - Vessel repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£202,760 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2025 - 23 Feb 2025 30 days
Recurrence
November 2025

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot, paul.packett@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312442500

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
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 North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DUNSTON (SHIP REPAIRS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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