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Provision of 2025 Refit Services MT Thor of Scapa

Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Sep 2025 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

29 Apr 2025 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority) involved the refit services for the vessel MT Thor of Scapa, under an open procedure. This project fell under the category of general public services and was located in Kirkwall, UKM65. The tender, initially active with a value of GBP 200,000, was fully awarded to Dales Marine Services with a contract signed on 12 June 2025 for GBP 301,805. The main timeline for repairs was from early August, with completion required by 27 August 2025 to align with the class renewal due on 18 August 2025. This contracting process provides notable opportunities for SMEs, particularly those experienced in maritime repair services, as demonstrated by the award to Dales Marine Services.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in maritime and vessel maintenance services. Companies with expertise in docking, class renewals, and vessel refit services stand to benefit from similar procurement processes. Given the open procurement method employed by the Orkney Islands Council, businesses should be prepared to engage in competitive bidding. SMEs have shown they can compete effectively in this space, notably when they possess niche skills or experience relevant to maritime operations. The structured timeline and specific vessel needs within this tender present a clear framework for capable suppliers to plan and execute effective project strategies, potentially leading to future contract opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of 2025 Refit Services MT Thor of Scapa

Notice Description

2025 vessel refit services of MT Thor of Scapa with repairs to commence early August 2025. Class renewal is due on the 18 August 2025, therefore the vessel must be in dock before this date. Repairs to be complete by 27 August 2025. All items required are noted within the specification included in the attached documentation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The 2025 Vessel refit services of MT Thor of Scapa with repairs to commence early August 2025. Class renewal is due on the 18 August 2025, therefore the vessel must be in dock before this date. Repairs to be complete by 27 August 2025. All items required are noted within the specification included in the attached documentation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000797377
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539808
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

34513200 - Tug boats

50241100 - Vessel repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£301,805 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
13 Aug 2025 - 27 Aug 2025 30 days
Recurrence
March / April 2030

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Postcode Area
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

Dales Marine Services

Further Information

Notice Documents

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