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Framework Agreement for the Provision of MCA Oil Spill Response Training Level 1 & 4

David MacBrayne HR (UK) Limited

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Jul 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

18 May 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

David MacBrayne HR (UK) Limited, the CalMac ferry operator’s central purchasing body, procured a single-supplier framework for Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) oil spill response training. The service covers Level 1 basic response training and Level 4 spill operations supervisor training, including refresher courses every three years. Level 1 is for non-management and supervisory port operatives and covers awareness, preparedness and response options for marine and shoreline oil spills. Level 4 is for managers and supervisors who may activate oil spill contingency plans and act as on-scene commanders for Tier 1 and Tier 2 incidents. It includes theory, practical response processes and live demonstrations using response equipment. Delivery is required at CalMac operating locations across the West Coast of Scotland, so providers must travel to the sites.

This procurement has been awarded following an open procedure. Three electronic bids were received, including one from an SME, and Ambipar Response Ltd was selected as the sole framework supplier. The award period began on 17 June 2026 and the contract was signed on 27 July 2026. The estimated procurement value was £97,500; the awarded contract value is £95,898. The framework has an initial 24-month term, with an option to extend by up to 12 months, and its stated duration is 1,080 days. The submission deadline was 17 June 2026 at 12:00. Evaluation required economic standing, including specified financial ratios and insurance cover, plus technical capability. Training had to be delivered by a Nautical Institute-accredited provider on behalf of the MCA, with compliant materials, equipment and assessments.

This is a specialist training opportunity for providers able to deliver MCA oil spill response courses at operational ferry and port locations, rather than from a fixed training centre. A credible future competitor would need Nautical Institute accreditation on behalf of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, trainers with demonstrable oil spill response experience and competence, and course materials, lesson plans, equipment and assessments aligned with MCA and Nautical Institute standards. Capability should cover both introductory Level 1 training for port operatives and advanced Level 4 training for managers and supervisors responsible for contingency-plan activation and on-scene command. Practical delivery matters, including live demonstrations of Tier 1 and Tier 2 response equipment. The requirement also suits an organisation with sufficient travelling capacity, robust financial management and experience supporting recurring refresher training.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of MCA Oil Spill Response Training Level 1 & 4

Notice Description

David MacBrayne HR (UK) Ltd (DMLHR) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a single Supplier for the provision of MCA Oil Spill Response Training, levels 1 & 4, inclusive of refreshers for each course. The delivery of each course will be required at any one of CalMac's operating locations, therefore the training provider must have the capability to travel to deliver this service. The term of the Framework will consist of an initial 24 month period with the option to extend by up to a further 12 month period.

Lot Information

Lot 1

David MacBrayne HR (UK) Ltd (DMLHR) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a single Supplier for the provision of MCA Oil Spill Response Training, levels 1 & 4, inclusive of refreshers for each course. The delivery of each course may be required at any one of CalMac's operating locations although more frequent locations are provided within the tender documentation. Oil Spill Level 1 (New & Refresher) Requirements: Oil Spill Level 1 (inc Refresher every 3 years) is required for non-management / supervisory level port operatives. This course must provide a general introduction and awareness to oil spills in the marine and shoreline environment. Training will address the preparedness and response options available to an oil pollution incident in the context of the current best practices and thinking in the response to an oil spill. Oil Spill Level 4 (New & Refresher) Requirements: Oil Spill Level 4 (inc Refresher every 3 years) is required for Managers and Supervisory level staff within CalMac Ferries Limited (CFL), Port Operations who may be required to activate the Oil Spill Contingency Plan and act as On-scene Commander for Tier 1 and Tier 2 events. This course must provide a complete overview of oil spill response processes, including a good balance of theoretical and practical elements. The course will provide a complete overview of matters relating to response processes in the event of an oil spill. The course should include a practical aspect which includes a live demonstration of the use of Tier 1 and Tier 2 equipment. On conclusion of this training attendees will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to become a key member of an oil spill response team.

Renewal: After the initial 24 month period there will be the option for an additional 12 month extension period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832061
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561192
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

80550000 - Safety training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£97,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£97,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£95,898 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
36 months from date of award

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
David MacBrayne HR (UK) Limited
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Postcode Area
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde West
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Ambipar Response Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556003
    Framework Agreement for the Provision of MCA Oil Spill Response Training Level 1 & 4 - David MacBrayne HR (UK) Ltd (DMLHR) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a single Supplier for the provision of MCA Oil Spill Response Training, levels 1 & 4, inclusive of refreshers for each course. The delivery of each course will be required at any one of CalMac's operating locations, therefore the training provider must have the capability to travel to deliver this service. The term of the Framework will consist of an initial 24 month period with the option to extend by up to a further 12 month period.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561192
    Framework Agreement for the Provision of MCA Oil Spill Response Training Level 1 & 4 - David MacBrayne HR (UK) Ltd (DMLHR) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement to a single Supplier for the provision of MCA Oil Spill Response Training, levels 1 & 4, inclusive of refreshers for each course. The delivery of each course will be required at any one of CalMac's operating locations, therefore the training provider must have the capability to travel to deliver this service. The term of the Framework will consist of an initial 24 month period with the option to extend by up to a further 12 month period.

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