Planning

Provision of Framework for the call-off provision of Tanker Training Services

CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE

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Planning

04 Mar 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Glasgow College, located at 190 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, UK, is in the planning stage of a public procurement process, seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for STCW-compliant Tanker Training Services. This service falls within the Education category and aims to enhance operational resilience and business continuity through Basic and Advanced Tanker Cargo Operations training. Interested parties should be aware of key upcoming dates, including the future notice date of 16 March 2026. The procurement process initiates as a tender, with a planned communication method and delivery locations specified around Glasgow, particularly at 21 Thistle Street.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses, especially those approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), to deliver specialised training services. The training is projected to support not only HNC/HND Nautical Science and Marine Engineering cadets at City of Glasgow College, but also other maritime learners, providing scope for ad hoc service delivery and potential collaboration with educational institutions. Companies with expertise in tanker cargo operations training, particularly in oil, chemical, and liquefied gas, are well-suited to participate. The ad hoc demand model ensures flexible engagement, although no minimum business volume is guaranteed, allowing businesses to leverage their capacity alongside fulfilling certification and training compliance with STCW standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Framework for the call-off provision of Tanker Training Services

Notice Description

City of Glasgow College intends to procure a Framework Agreement for the provision of STCW-compliant Tanker Training Services delivered by MCA-approved providers. The Framework will cover Basic and Advanced Tanker Cargo Operations training and will primarily support operational resilience and business continuity. Demand is expected to be ad hoc and no minimum volume of business is guaranteed.

Lot Information

Basic Training for Oil, Chemical and Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (STCW)

Provision of STCW-compliant Basic Training for Oil, Chemical and Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations delivered by a Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved training provider. Delivery will support HNC/HND Nautical Science and Marine Engineering cadets and other maritime learners at City of Glasgow College. External provision will primarily be required on an ad hoc basis to support programme delivery and business continuity.

Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations (STCW)

Provision of STCW-compliant Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations delivered by an MCA-approved training provider. Demand for advanced tanker training is expected to be limited and ad hoc, with indicative volumes across all advanced tanker lots estimated at approximately 50-70 candidates per annum. Delivery must comply with current STCW and MCA requirements and be delivered by MCA-approved instructors at an approved training centre. No minimum volume of business is guaranteed under the Framework.

Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (STCW)

Provision of STCW-compliant Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations delivered by an MCA-approved training provider. Training will support maritime cadets and industry learners requiring certification under current STCW regulations. Demand is expected to be variable and primarily ad hoc in nature. Providers must maintain valid MCA approval throughout the contract period. Appointment to the Framework does not guarantee any volume of work.

Advanced Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations (STCW)

Provision of STCW-compliant Advanced Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations delivered by an MCA-approved training provider. Training will be delivered in block format on consecutive days and must comply with applicable STCW and MCA course criteria. External delivery will support operational resilience and capacity requirements. No minimum volume of business is guaranteed under this Framework Agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825444
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550865
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

80530000 - Vocational training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£148,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Mar 2026Today
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
CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0RF
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550865
    Provision of Framework for the call-off provision of Tanker Training Services - City of Glasgow College intends to procure a Framework Agreement for the provision of STCW-compliant Tanker Training Services delivered by MCA-approved providers. The Framework will cover Basic and Advanced Tanker Cargo Operations training and will primarily support operational resilience and business continuity. Demand is expected to be ad hoc and no minimum volume of business is guaranteed.

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