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Framework Agreement for the Maintenance and Repair of Navigation and Communication Equipment

Scottish Government

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15 Sep 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government’s Marine Directorate is procuring a framework pricing agreement for services and supplies supporting navigation and communications equipment on its patrol and research vessels. The scope is divided into two areas: planned and unplanned maintenance, call-out repairs and airtime agreements for SAT C and Iridium communications equipment; and the supply and fitting of replacement navigation and communication equipment. This is a marine engineering and vessel communications requirement, classified under CPV 50240000. Delivery is for vessels operated by the Marine Directorate, with the procurement covering work across the UK. The arrangement concerns both ongoing technical support and replacement equipment, so it may suit suppliers able to combine marine electronics expertise, responsive repair services and equipment supply and installation.

The procurement has reached tender: the Scottish Government invited offers through an open procedure, with electronic submission required. It is a framework agreement with two lots, and suppliers may bid for both; variants are allowed. The tender deadline is 15 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC, followed by bid opening at 13:00 in East Lothian. Each lot runs from 16 November 2026 to 15 November 2030, and the estimated total value is £650,000. Evaluation includes 40% for understanding and delivery of requirements and 30% for price. Bids must remain valid for 180 days and be submitted in English. The buyer requires electronic payment and ordering, and named staff and their qualifications must be provided.

This opportunity suits established marine electronics, vessel communications and marine engineering contractors with the capacity to support patrol and research vessels and respond to planned, unplanned and call-out requirements. Relevant suppliers will need experience in both maintaining and repairing navigation and communication equipment and supplying and fitting replacements, including SAT C and Iridium systems where applicable. The buyer requires three relevant examples from the past five years, details of available technicians or technical bodies, technical facilities, quality controls, tools, plant and equipment, and supply-chain tracking arrangements. Bidders must hold UKAS or equivalent independent certification to BS EN ISO 9001, or operate a documented senior-approved quality management policy. Financial requirements include a specific annual turnover of £130,000 for each of the last two years, public liability insurance of £1 million, and a current ratio above 0.8.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Maintenance and Repair of Navigation and Communication Equipment

Notice Description

The Scottish Government, through Marine Directorate (MD) invites tenders from suitable contractors to supply a Framework Pricing Agreement for planned maintenance, call out repair and replacement of its navigational and communication equipment on board the patrol and research vessels in operation.

Lot Information

Replacement of Navigation and Communication Equipment

Marine Directorate require a Framework Agreement for supply and fitting of replacement Navigation and Communication equipment on board the patrol and research vessels in operation.

Maintenance and Repair for Navigation and Communication Equipment

Marine Directorate require planned and unplanned maintenance and call out repair of its navigational and communication equipment, including airtime agreements for SAT C and Iridium communication equipment, as detailed within this specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000843053
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP564575
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£650,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP564575
    Framework Agreement for the Maintenance and Repair of Navigation and Communication Equipment - The Scottish Government, through Marine Directorate (MD) invites tenders from suitable contractors to supply a Framework Pricing Agreement for planned maintenance, call out repair and replacement of its navigational and communication equipment on board the patrol and research vessels in operation.

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