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title: "Servicing of Davits for Vessels"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-047d88"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2025-03-12"
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# Servicing of Davits for Vessels

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047d88

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## Summary

The Scottish Government, under Marine Scotland, has completed the tender process for the servicing of davits on its vessels. The contract, titled "Servicing of Davits for Vessels," falls under the vessel repair services industry category (CPV code 50241100). This contract encompasses services for both compliance vessels (MPV Jura, Minna, and Hirta) and a scientific vessel (MRV Scotia). The procurement was carried out through an open procedure and was concluded in March and October 2025 with the services to be provided at Dales Yards, Leith, and Dunstons Yard, Hull, respectively. The awarded suppliers include Palfinger Marine, who secured contracts worth £71,254.4 and £373,429.85, respectively. The initial planning and tendering stages included amendments and extensions to accommodate all potential bidders effectively.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in vessel repair services, particularly those with expertise in marine engineering, maintenance, and repair. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger companies with experience in handling marine equipment and vessels, can benefit from this contract. The effective delivery of service requirements, staff competence, and adherence to health and safety regulations are key criteria for success. Companies capable of delivering high-quality maintenance services and those looking to expand their business in the maritime sector will find this contract advantageous for business growth.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers have a requirement for:- b) The servicing of davits on board MRV Scotia.

### Lot Information

Servicing of Davits for Compliance Vessels

The Scottish Ministers have a requirement for:- a) The servicing of davits on board its three vessels, MPV Jura, Minna and Hirta.

Renewal: Option of a further renewal for 24 months to 30 September 2029.

Servicing of Davits for Science Vessel

The Scottish Ministers have a requirement for:- a) The servicing of davits on board MRV Scotia.

Renewal: An option of a further 24 months extension until 30 September 2029.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008878-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | April 2029 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £444,683 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 9DB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of, TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PALFINGER MARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50241100 - Vessel repair services

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2025 at 09:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008878-2025
- 15 Jan 2025 at 09:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001288-2025
- 12 Aug 2024 at 12:38 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025423-2024
- 15 Jul 2024 at 15:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021726-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000772484
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=538689
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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