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Award of Hydraulic Cylinder for MRV Scotia (CASE/213415)

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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30 Mar 2026 at 13:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Scottish Government, specifically through its Marine Directorate, involves the purchase of a hydraulic cylinder for the MRV Scotia vessel. This contract falls under the goods category, with additional classifications in marine equipment and marine research services. Situated in Edinburgh, the organisation awarded the contract to Hays Hydraulics & Mechanical Services Ltd, based in Aberdeen. The procurement has reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 2nd February 2026, followed by the award date of 30th March 2026. The tender process initiated earlier on 2nd March 2026, accentuating a tailored procurement approach suited for specific technical and maritime requirements.

Business growth opportunities arise from the procurement process, particularly for firms specialising in marine equipment and hydraulic systems. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or supplying goods related to marine operations will find this tender advantageous for establishing partnerships and enhancing their portfolio in government contracts. Hays Hydraulics & Mechanical Services Ltd has successfully secured this opportunity, indicating the potential benefits for businesses with strong capabilities in hydraulic machinery within the maritime sector. Such organisations are well-placed to compete in similar tenders driven by specialised technical needs, enhancing their presence within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Award of Hydraulic Cylinder for MRV Scotia (CASE/213415)

Notice Description

The Scottish Government through Marine Directorate have a requirement for the purchase of a hydraulic cylinder for the vessel MRV Scotia.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000820491
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552782
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,152 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Additional Buyers

FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND

NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 3YY
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

HARPER MACLEOD

HAYS HYDRAULICS & MECHANICAL SERVICES

JOANNE FORD COMMUNICATIONS

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