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04 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council has issued a procurement notice concerning the provision of 2026 refit services for the MV Thorsvoe. This tender falls under the services category with a focus on vessel refit, set to take place in the UKM65 region, specifically Kirkwall. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure being employed. Interested parties should note the closing date for tender submissions, which is 4th September 2026 at 12:00 GMT. The value of the contract is set at £170,000 GBP, and the repair works are scheduled to begin on 14th September 2026, concluding by 29th September 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in maritime services, particularly those specialising in vessel repairs and refits. Companies with capabilities in these areas are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth, especially considering the recurring nature of such projects, anticipated around July/August 2027. The procurement method allows for electronic submissions, providing flexibility and ease for potential bidders. Businesses in the relevant industry, equipped for large-scale maritime repair and refurbishment, should find this tender particularly appealing and strategically advantageous for future collaborations with regional authorities such as the Orkney Islands Council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of 2026 Refit Services MV Thorsvoe

Notice Description

2026 vessel refit services of MV Thorsvoe with repairs to commence Monday 14 September 2026, with repairs to be completed by Tuesday 29 September 2026. All items required are noted within the specification included in the attached documentation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The 2026 Vessel refit services of MV Thorsvoe with repairs to commence on Monday 14 September 2026, repairs to be completed by Tuesday 29 September 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839105
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561570
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50241200 - Ferry repair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2026 30 days
Recurrence
July / August 2027

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
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
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Further Information

Notice Documents

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