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title: "Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build)"
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# Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build)

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0342f4

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## Summary

Orkney Islands Council is seeking tenders for the supply of one new towage boat (design and build) to support safe and reliable towage services in the Scapa Flow and Kirkwall harbour areas. This procurement falls under the goods category and has an estimated value of £7,500,000. The tender is currently in the active stage, with bids due by 4th July 2022. Upon successful contract award, the project timeline anticipates completion from August 2022 to January 2023 for the first lot and September 2022 to July 2025 for the second lot. The open procedure allows electronic submissions, and suppliers must ensure compliance with the Council’s specifications and relevant regulations.

This procurement presents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in marine engineering, boat construction, and related equipment suppliers. Firms with capabilities in designing, building, and equipping tug boats, particularly those with knowledge of modern construction methodologies and environmental standards, will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, local businesses may benefit from indirect community gains, including potential job creation and the provision of training for staff in new technologies, thereby contributing to long-term business growth in the region.

## Notice

Orkney Islands Council, as Statutory Harbour Authority (the "Authority") has a requirement for the supply of one design and build tug boat which meets the Council's specification, which are required to provide a safe and reliable towage service in the Scapa Flow (including Flotta Oil Terminal) and Kirkwall harbour areas.

### Lot Information

Supply of One New Tug Boat (Design and Build) - Currently Under Construction

The Basic Specification is given as a guide as to the specific requirements of the Owner. 1.1. The principal dimensions of the vessel are expected to be approximately as follows:- Length overall : +/- 32 metres Breadth extreme : 12 to 14 metres Operating draft : MAXIMUM of 5.50 metres (navigational draft), when fully loaded with fuel and FW 1.2. The vessel is to be constructed, equipped and outfitted in accordance with the latest Rules and Regulations of Lloyd's Register or other IACS member society, for Unrestricted Service. 1.3. The vessel is to be constructed under survey of Lloyd's Register or other IACS member society, and delivered in Class. As a minimum, Class Notations assigned should be the following (or equivalent according to the Classification Society):- +100A1 Escort Tug UMS +LMC Firefighting 1 with water spray *IWS 1.4. The Gross Tonnage should be less than 500. 1.5. The design, construction and fitout of the vessel is to be in compliance with all statutory international regulations and MCA requirements for a vessel of UK Class IX. 1.6. Crew accommodation to be provided in 6 single cabins, two of which to also have folding or pull-out bunks for occasional use. Lifesaving appliances to be provided for 16 persons, 1.7. Vessel to be delivered UK flagged. Contractors to arrange for MCA inspection, in order to issue 'Record of Inspection of Safety Equipment' (MSF1102). 1.8. The vessel's stability and freeboard should be suitable to permit carrying one 20- foot container on the main deck, of gross weight up to 10 tonnes, whilst the vessel is fully loaded with fuel and fresh water. The provision (design and build contract) of one new build tug to meet the Council's specification, Lot 1 will be for a new build tug that is currently under construction with a Contract duration and delivery timescale following successful sea trials, of within 6 months. The Authority already operates tug vessels in which the main engines are of Caterpillar manufacture type 3516C or equivalent and as such has requested two engine cost options be provided in respect of main engine emissions criteria - only where the following circumstance applies: If the Contractor can offer a vessel already under construction i.e. keel laid before 1st January 2021. IMO Tier II (keel laid before 1st January 2021) Caterpillar 3516C or equivalent Tier II being achieved in-engine and no exhaust after treatment required. With part completion / ready for owners sea trials due within six months of the issue of this ITT 1.10. Fuel tank capacity to be a minimum of 120 cubic metres. 1.11. Fresh water capacity to be no less than 20 cubic metres. The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 1) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to 31 January 2023 Additional information: The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 1) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to 31 January 2023.

Supply of One New Tug Boat (Design and Build)

The provision (design and build) of one new-build tug boat to meet the Council's specification as detailed in Lot 1, apart from the main engines which must be:- IMO Tier III Caterpillar 3516E or equivalent. This option (Lot 2) to include total cost of supply and fit out of associated after treatment equipment such as but not limited to Clean Emissions Modules, DEF storage tank, dosing and monitoring control gear etc. It is recognized that the contract duration (for Lot 2) will be subject to the global supply market, therefore the provision (design and build) of one new-build tug boat to meet the Council's specification is to be delivered subject to successful sea trials within 36 months of the award of Contract. Additional information: The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 2) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to July 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015438-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | £7,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKWALL |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW15 1NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Kirkwall East |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34513200 - Tug boats
- 34520000 - Boats
- 34521000 - Specialised boats

## Release History

- 2 Jun 2022 at 08:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015438-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orkneyharbours.com
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000695032
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=695032
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=695032
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11522
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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