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Invitation to Tender - Pilot Boat design and build

Peterhead Port Authority

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities)
TenderUpdate

10 Dec 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Tender

17 Nov 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities)
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Peterhead Port Authority, a Trust Port and Statutory Harbour Authority, issuing an invitation to tender for the design and construction of a pilot boat. This contract, categorised under port-related activities and goods, was part of an open procedure aimed at acquiring a seaworthy pilot boat that complies with the latest Workboat Code Edition 3. The location for delivery is the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKM50 region, with key deadlines having included a submission end date on 16th January 2026. The procurement process has progressed through several stages, culminating in a contract award signed on 18th May 2026, which indicates the tender has moved from the planning and tender stages to completion.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses experienced in marine vessel design and construction, particularly those familiar with the requirements of the Workboat Code. Companies with the capability to deliver high-quality, technically compliant vessels on time and within budget would be well-suited to compete. The contract's open procedure allowed broad participation, creating a competitive environment where innovative marine engineering firms could distinguish themselves. With a substantial project value and the backing of a reputable authority like the Peterhead Port Authority, this procurement offers potential long-term business development opportunities and enhanced industry reputation for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender - Pilot Boat design and build

Notice Description

Peterhead Port Authority is a Trust Port and the Statutory Harbour Authority for Peterhead Port. It has a requirement for a contractor to design, build, test, and deliver a fully operational and seaworthy Pilot Boat (approx. 15m LOA) to meet technical and operational requirements detailed in the Procurement Documents. The vessel shall comply with the latest version of the Workboat Code Edition 3, be Coded on delivery and include a Pilot Boat Endorsement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Invitation to Tender - and see Section II 1.4 above. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000809199
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556339
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

34500000 - Ships and boats

34511100 - Marine patrol vessels

34520000 - Boats

34521000 - Specialised boats

63722000 - Ship-piloting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Peterhead Port Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PETERHEAD
Postcode
AB42 1DW
Postcode Area
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
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeenshire
Electoral Ward
Peterhead North and Rattray
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeenshire North and Moray East

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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