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MV Eilean Dhiura 2026 annual dry docking

Argyll and Bute Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 Jan 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

04 Dec 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council, located in Lochgilphead, has recently completed a procurement process for drydocking services titled "MV Eilean Dhiura 2026 annual dry docking". This procurement falls under the "General public services" category and involves services to be delivered in Argyll and Bute. The tender was conducted using an open procedure starting on 4th December 2025, with the submission deadline concluding at midday on 5th January 2026. The contract was awarded to Mallaig Boatyard Ltd on 13th January 2026, worth £48,161, with the procurement stage now in the Award phase.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the maritime services sector, particularly those specialising in drydock maintenance and repairs. The open procurement method is suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as demonstrated by the successful bid from Mallaig Boatyard Ltd. The focus on electronic submissions aligns with modern business practices, facilitating efficient participation. Businesses equipped to provide similar services might consider preparing for future tenders released by Argyll and Bute Council, especially given the council's commitment to regular ferry service maintenance.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MV Eilean Dhiura 2026 annual dry docking

Notice Description

Drydocking services to be provided in April 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the annual dry-docking repair and maintenance services for the vehicle ferry, MV Eilean Dhiura.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000817631
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547804
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

50246100 - Dry-docking services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,161 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
Argyll and Bute Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Postcode Area
Paisley
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
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Mallaig Boatyard Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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