Tender

FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation

FERGUSON MARINE (PORT GLASGOW) LTD

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Tender

27 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Ltd, a central purchasing body based in Port Glasgow, is actively engaging in a tender process titled "FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation" under the industry category of Shipbuilding. This procurement is aimed at conducting critical ground investigation work preceding potential yard transformation efforts. Located in region UKM83, the tender follows an open procedure, inviting electronic submissions until 27th May 2026 at 11:30 AM. The contract award will commence shortly thereafter, with the bid opening scheduled for the same day at 12:00 PM. The procurement falls under the works category, offering a substantial opportunity in yard transformation ground investigation, with a contract duration of 720 days and an option for renewal through two additional 12-month extensions.

This tender presents attractive business growth potential, particularly for companies specialising in ground investigation or possessing technical expertise in shipbuilding projects. Businesses with a strong focus on technical and quality work, especially those skilled in site investigations, are well-suited to compete due to the award criteria prioritising technical quality over price with a 60-40 split. Given the project's significant scope, organisations aiming to establish a long-term presence or expand their footprint within the Scottish shipbuilding infrastructure would find this an opportune moment. Electronic ordering and payment methodologies are enabled, fostering streamlined processes for contract engagement, making it essential for interested parties to prepare robust electronic submissions well in advance.

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Notice Title

FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation

Notice Description

FMPG requires Ground Investigation work ahead of potential yard transformation works.

Lot Information

Lot 1

FMPG requires various site ground investigation work to establish suitability for a potential yard transformation. Please note Appendix D will be sent separately due to the file size. Please contact procurement@fergusonmarine.com to access.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extentions will be applicable.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830469
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554692
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

45111250 - Ground investigation work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FERGUSON MARINE (PORT GLASGOW) LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORT GLASGOW
Postcode
PA14 5NG
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
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde East Central
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

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