Tender

Framework Agreement for Compass Adjusting Services

CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED

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Tender

15 Apr 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

CalMac Ferries Limited, headquartered in Gourock, UK, has initiated an active tender process for a Framework Agreement concerning Compass Adjusting Services for its fleet of 36 vessels. This procurement, currently in the tender stage, falls under the services industry category. Interested suppliers should note that the required compass adjustments and repairs will take place at shipyards and dry dock sites located on the West and East coasts of Scotland and the Liverpool/Birkenhead area. The open procedure method is employed for this procurement, allowing electronic submissions via the Public Tenders Scotland portal. The deadline for submission is set for 15th May 2026, followed by bid opening at 12:00 on the same day. The initial contract will span 24 months with a potential extension of up to another 24 months.

This tender presents business opportunities for certified Compass Adjusters, particularly those equipped with UK Government-issued Certificates of Competency. The project encourages participation from sole suppliers possessing technical expertise as indicated by a CNITA membership. With an estimated value of £70,822, this initiative could contribute significantly to business growth for specialists offering navigation instrument services within specified regions. Businesses with a readiness to travel to various shipyards and operational locations listed in the tender can gain substantial work, especially during annual overhauls and maintenance periods. Meeting the outlined economic and technical criteria is essential for successful bidders aiming to secure a long-term collaboration with CalMac Ferries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Compass Adjusting Services

Notice Description

CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) intend to set up a Framework Agreement with a suitably qualified and certifie, sole Compass Adjuster to support our Fleet of 36 Vessels with Compass adjustments and repairs.

Lot Information

Lot 1

CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a sole supplier who has the capability to carry out compass adjustments within the fleet to ensure safety and operational reliability. CFL vessels operate on the west coast of Scotland and are maintained in shipyards throughout the UK. CFL anticipate most compass adjustments will occur during annual overhaul/maintenance periods, however there may be additional scenarios where a vessel's compass adjustment needs to be carried out while at its normal operating location. The supplier must be prepared to travel to all shipyards and operating locations listed in the tender documents. The term of the Agreement will be for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend by up to a further 24 months which may be split into smaller periods.

Renewal: The option to extend by up to a further 24 months which may be split into smaller periods.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000828614
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553866
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

38111100 - Compasses

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

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,822 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
4 years from date of award

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde West
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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