Tender

Vessel Crane Maintenance for MPV Jura, Minna & Hirta

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Tender

29 Aug 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has initiated an open procurement process seeking tenders for the maintenance of cranes installed on three marine protection vessels: MPV Jura, Minna, and Hirta. This tender, titled "Vessel Crane Maintenance", falls under the services category with classifications related to maintenance and repair services. The work will be carried out at the refit yard in William Wright Dock, Hull. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with key dates including a submission deadline on 26th September 2025 and the contract is expected to commence on 31st October 2025, lasting until 30th April 2028, with a potential extension to April 2029.

This opportunity provides significant prospects for businesses in the maintenance and repair services sector. Ideal candidates are those with experience in crane maintenance, capable of providing maintenance, servicing, inspection, and testing in compliance with industry standards. Given the requirement for specific yearly turnover and proof of technical and economic capacity, well-established companies with a track record in marine or industrial equipment servicing would be well-positioned to compete. The contract values at £80,000 GBP, and the procurement allows for electronic submissions, providing flexibility for candidates across the UK.

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Notice Title

Vessel Crane Maintenance for MPV Jura, Minna & Hirta

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the provision of all maintenance, servicing, inspection, and testing of cranes installed on its three marine protection vessels, MPV Jura, Minna and Hirta.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the provision of all maintenance, servicing, inspection, and testing of cranes installed on its three marine protection vessels, MPV Jura, Minna and Hirta. These vessels operate in the waters around and beyond Scotland, conducting inspection and compliance operations. To ensure operational safety and reliability, the above cranes require scheduled maintenance and statutory testing in line with industry standards and legal requirements. Tasks include internal and external hose replacement, structural testing, wire replacement and fault finding.

Renewal: An optional extension to 30 April 2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000808727
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG538092
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

50241100 - Vessel repair services

50531400 - Repair and maintenance services of cranes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Oct 2025 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
November 2029

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@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)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

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