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MV Cosmos Charter for Islay Deferred Set Deliveries

Argyll and Bute Council

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03 Jul 2026 at 01:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council has completed the procurement process for the "MV Cosmos Charter for Islay Deferred Set Deliveries" contract, focusing on transporting approximately 5000 tonnes of deferred set (cold asphalt) to the outer islands of Islay and Jura. The delivery will be made to Bruichladdich Pier and Craighouse Pier, utilising the MV Cosmos, uniquely equipped to handle such demands. The procurement belongs to the General Public Services category, with services being the primary procurement type. The process used was a limited award procedure without prior publication due to the unique suitability of the MV Cosmos. This contract, valued at £110,675, was awarded on 18 June 2026 and remains active.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in maritime transportation, particularly those equipped to manage substantial cargo deliveries to remote island locations. Companies with expertise in logistics and transport services, especially those familiar with the requirements of the West Coast's marine conditions and capable of operating vessels with onboard cranes, are well-suited to compete in such procurements. The involvement of Great Glen Shipping Company Ltd as the supplier highlights the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to secure lucrative contracts through niche capabilities and technical specialisation. This specialised service, leveraging limited competition, underscores the importance of maintaining unique resources and skills in the maritime industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MV Cosmos Charter for Islay Deferred Set Deliveries

Notice Description

Delivery of approximately 5000T of deferred set (cold asphalt) to outer Islands (Islay & Jura) at Bruichladdich Pier and Craighouse Pier. MV Cosmos has capacity to transport approximately 800T per movement based on current draft conditions at both piers. The MV Cosmos offers the only viable transportation option due to limited space other third party vessels.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Delivery of approximately 5000T of deferred set (cold asphalt) to outer Islands (Islay & Jura) at Bruichladdich Pier and Craighouse Pier.

Procurement Information

This is the only vessel on the West Coast with sufficient size with an onboard crane. Crucially, this will allow for discharge at Bruichladdich jetty and Craighouse Pier. This is the same vessel used by a private firm to deliver salt to Islay and Oban wherein there is no permanent shoreside crane available.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836331
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559352
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63726400 - Ship chartering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£110,675 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Argyll and Bute Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Postcode Area
Paisley
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
TLM6 Highlands and Islands
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Great Glen Shipping Company Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559352
    MV Cosmos Charter for Islay Deferred Set Deliveries - Delivery of approximately 5000T of deferred set (cold asphalt) to outer Islands (Islay & Jura) at Bruichladdich Pier and Craighouse Pier. MV Cosmos has capacity to transport approximately 800T per movement based on current draft conditions at both piers. The MV Cosmos offers the only viable transportation option due to limited space other third party vessels.

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