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Provision of 2025 Refit Services MV Earl Thorfinn

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council has awarded a contract titled "Provision of 2025 Refit Services MV Earl Thorfinn" within the general public services industry category, specifically under CPV classification 50241200. The contract encompasses vessel refit services for the MV Earl Thorfinn, with repairs scheduled to commence on Monday, 27 January 2025 and to be completed by Friday, 7 February 2025. The contract was awarded on 22 January 2025 to Bill Mackie Engineering Ltd., based in Peterhead. The project is located in the UKM65 region, specifically Kirkwall. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure, with the tender stage initiated on 25 November 2024 and bids closed on 8 January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in maritime engineering and vessel repair services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Bill Mackie Engineering Ltd, which possess the technical capabilities and experience in vessel repairs, are well-suited to compete for such projects. Bidders could leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and reputation, potentially securing more public sector contracts in the future. The total value of the contract is £195,068, presenting a substantial financial opportunity for the awarded supplier to expand their business operations and capabilities. The open procurement method ensures a fair and competitive environment for businesses of varying scales to participate.

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Notice Title

Provision of 2025 Refit Services MV Earl Thorfinn

Notice Description

2025 Vessel refit services of MV Earl Thorfinn with repairs to commence on Monday 27 January 2025 and to be completed by Friday 7 February 2025

Lot Information

Lot 1

The 2025 Vessel refit services of MV Earl Thorfinn with repairs to commence on Monday 27 January 2025 and be completed by Friday 7 February 2025. All items required are noted within the specification included in the attached documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000783766
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522917
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

50241200 - Ferry repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£195,068 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2025 - 7 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
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Dominic Wilson
Contact Email
dominic.wilson@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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BILL MACKIE ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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