This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

27 Apr 2026 at 01:00

Tender

25 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, acting through the Marine Directorate, is conducting a procurement process for the maintenance and repair of vessel propulsion drives on its compliance vessels MPV Jura, MPV Minna, and MPV Hirta. This tender falls under the Services category with a CPV classification of 50241100 for vessel maintenance and repair. The procurement method is open procedure, encouraging electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland portal. The contract location is primarily at Dunstons Yard in William Wright Dock, Hull, with unplanned maintenance occurring at Scottish ports. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with bids concluding on 24th April 2026 and the contract set for a 24-month period starting from June 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine propulsion systems and vessel maintenance. Companies with a proven track record in servicing marine equipment and possessing requisite technical facilities, such as environmental management measures, technical equipment, and staffing resources, are encouraged to compete. Suitably qualified suppliers who can deliver high standards of operational reliability and performance for the Scottish Government's fleet will find this an attractive opportunity for expansion. The tender demands a minimum yearly turnover of £150,000, public liability insurance of £400,000, and evidence of relevant experience and resources, ensuring that only capable businesses participate. With a contract value of £200,000, this is a lucrative opportunity for growth for businesses that meet these stringent criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance & Repair of Vessel Propulsion Drives

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers acting through Marine Directorate invites tenders from suitably qualified suppliers to undertake annual health checks of the propulsion drives fitted on its compliance vessels; MPV Jura, MPV Minna and MPV Hirta.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers acting through Marine Directorate invites tenders from suitably qualified suppliers to undertake annual health checks of the propulsion drives fitted on its compliance vessels; MPV Jura, MPV Minna and MPV Hirta. The contract will cover a period of 24 months and aims to ensure that the Scottish Government Marine Directorate establish this contract to ensure all equipment is maintained and serviced to the highest standard, delivering best value, operational reliability, and optimal performance across the Marine Directorate fleet

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827453
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554680
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

50241100 - Vessel repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
December 2027

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Unsuccessful
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Postcode Area
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
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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