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09 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process undertaken by Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (Utility) involves the awarding of a contract for the "Shore Power Systems Framework." This project, located in the West of Scotland and Clyde Estuary, falls under the works category and aims to appoint a single supplier to design, construct, and maintain standardised shore power systems across the network. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender process now completed. Key dates include the contract's signing on 7th January 2025. The buyers involved include Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Highland Council, and Argyll and Bute Council, all collaborating to ensure the success of this framework agreement.

This tender represents a significant opportunity worth £30 million and is particularly advantageous for large-scale businesses capable of delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions. With a focus on quality (60%) and price (40%) as the award criteria, companies with a strong track record in maritime asset management and infrastructure installation would find this project promising for business growth. It also represents a strategic opening for firms specialising in eco-friendly and innovative power systems to showcase their expertise and capabilities in supporting the development of sustainable maritime operations in the UK. ABB, a large supplier, has been awarded the contract, highlighting the scale and expertise expected for successful execution.

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Notice Title

Shore Power Systems Framework

Notice Description

CMAL wish to appoint a single supplier to a multi lot framework for the design, construction and maintenance of standardised shore power systems across the network.

Lot Information

Lot 1

CMAL wish to appoint a single supplier to a multi lot framework for the design, construction and maintenance of standardised shore power systems to ensure operability of fleet across the network with vessel replacements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837001
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559797
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

31321000 - Electricity power lines

45231400 - Construction work for electricity power lines

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45315300 - Electricity supply installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CALEDONIAN MARITIME ASSETS LTD (UTILITY)
Additional Buyers

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR

HIGHLAND COUNCIL

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PORT GLASGOW
Postcode
PA14 5EQ
Post Town
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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