D3 Tenders | Provision of ROV Training

Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of ROV Training

Notice Description

4. Scope of Requirement UHI NWH intends to procure a supplier to design and deliver a range of ROV courses that meet the current and emerging needs of industry. The provider will be expected to deliver: - Courses fully compliant with relevant IMCA training requirements. - A comprehensive curriculum covering all core aspects of ROV operations, including system fundamentals, electronics, hydraulics, fiber optics, mechanical systems, fault-finding, troubleshooting, operational procedures, safety, launch and recovery, documentation, and reporting. - Delivery of both theoretical and practical training, incorporating simulator and realistic operational environments. - Hands-on opportunities to build operational competencies. 5. Student Preparation & Industry Engagement The selected provider will support learners with career readiness, employability skills, industry expectations, and pathways. Providers must have strong industry links enabling employer engagement, guest sessions, and connections for trainee placement or recruitment. 6. Supplier Requirements Interested providers should demonstrate: - Minimum 10-year proven experience delivering ROV and subsea training to recognised industry standards. - IMCA-aligned course delivery. - Access to competent instructors and where appropriate, ROV equipment and simulators - Strong and current industry partnerships. - Ability to deliver career-focused, learner-centred training.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670
Publication Source: Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548050
Current Stage: Planning
All Stages: Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type: Standard
Procurement Category: Services
Procurement Method: Not Specified
Procurement Method Details: Not specified
Tender Suitability: Not specified
Awardee Scale: Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

63726620 - ROV services

76000000 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

77800000 - Aquaculture services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date: 26 Jan 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline: Not specified
Future Notice Date: 2 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status: Planned
Lots Status: Planned
Awards Status: Not Specified
Contracts Status: Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer: UHI NORTH,WEST AND HEBRIDES
Contact Name: Julie Fraser
Contact Email: jfraser@apuc-scot.ac.uk
Contact Phone: +44 1847889000

Buyer Location

Locality: THURSO
Postcode: KW14 7EE
Post Town: 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: TLM6 Highlands and Islands
Local Authority: Highland
Electoral Ward: Thurso and Northwest Caithness
Westminster Constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548050
Provision of ROV Training - 4. Scope of Requirement UHI NWH intends to procure a supplier to design and deliver a range of ROV courses that meet the current and emerging needs of industry. The provider will be expected to deliver: - Courses fully compliant with relevant IMCA training requirements. - A comprehensive curriculum covering all core aspects of ROV operations, including system fundamentals, electronics, hydraulics, fiber optics, mechanical systems, fault-finding, troubleshooting, operational procedures, safety, launch and recovery, documentation, and reporting. - Delivery of both theoretical and practical training, incorporating simulator and realistic operational environments. - Hands-on opportunities to build operational competencies. 5. Student Preparation & Industry Engagement The selected provider will support learners with career readiness, employability skills, industry expectations, and pathways. Providers must have strong industry links enabling employer engagement, guest sessions, and connections for trainee placement or recruitment. 6. Supplier Requirements Interested providers should demonstrate: - Minimum 10-year proven experience delivering ROV and subsea training to recognised industry standards. - IMCA-aligned course delivery. - Access to competent instructors and where appropriate, ROV equipment and simulators - Strong and current industry partnerships. - Ability to deliver career-focused, learner-centred training.

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