Tender

Passenger Access Gangway (PAG)

STORNOWAY PORT AUTHORITY

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Tender

17 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Stornoway Port Authority, acting as the purchasing entity, has initiated a tender process for the construction of a Passenger Access Gangway (PAG) at Stornoway Harbour. This project falls under the works category and aims to establish access from the Fixed High-Level Walkway on No. 3 Pier to passenger ferries, primarily serving Caledonian MacBrayne ferry passengers. The tender is active with submissions accepted electronically until 15th May 2026 at 12:00 PM, followed by the award period commencing on the same day at 2:00 PM. The procurement follows an open procedure, with the contract valued at £300,000, and will be let as an NEC4 Short Contract 2017.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those with expertise in maritime infrastructure. Companies with credentials such as membership in CHAS or equivalent safety schemes will find themselves well-positioned to participate. The project offers potential for growth through infrastructure development and networking within the maritime industry, especially for contractors capable of delivering specialised gangway solutions. The electronic submission method facilitates accessibility, encouraging broad participation and competitiveness among potential bidders.

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Notice Title

Passenger Access Gangway (PAG)

Notice Description

A new passenger access gangway (PAG) to provide access from the new Fixed High Level Walkway (FHLW) on No. 3 Pier to passenger ferries. This will be located at No. 3 Pier in Stornoway Harbour. The principal use of the new PAG will be to provide access and egress from the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry which berths three times daily at this pier.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A new passenger access gangway (PAG) to provide access from the new Fixed High Level Walkway (FHLW) on No. 3 Pier to passenger ferries. This will be located at No. 3 Pier in Stornoway Harbour. The principal use of the new PAG will be to provide access and egress from the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry which berths three times daily at this pier.. Details of the procurement process are set out in the Instructions to Tenderers

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829557
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554095
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Oct 2026 - 6 Nov 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STORNOWAY PORT AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STORNOWAY
Postcode
HS1 2XS
Post Town
Outer Hebrides
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
TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar

Local Authority
Na h-Eileanan Siar
Electoral Ward
Steòrnabhagh a Deas
Westminster Constituency
Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554095
    Passenger Access Gangway (PAG) - A new passenger access gangway (PAG) to provide access from the new Fixed High Level Walkway (FHLW) on No. 3 Pier to passenger ferries. This will be located at No. 3 Pier in Stornoway Harbour. The principal use of the new PAG will be to provide access and egress from the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry which berths three times daily at this pier.

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