---
title: "Refit of Sir John Murray"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b629"
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current_stage: "Award"
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---

# Refit of Sir John Murray

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b629

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## Summary

The Scottish Government, via the Marine Directorate, is seeking tenders for the refit of the vessel MRV Sir John Murray, which is owned by the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA). This falls under the industry category of Vessel Repair Services (CPV code 50241100) and is classified as a services procurement. The designated procurement stage is the Tender stage, having commenced from 13 November 2024 with a submission deadline set for 13 December 2024. The location for the delivery of the services is specified as the supplier's yard within the UK. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure under the legal basis CELEX 32014L0024, with an overall contract value estimation of £120,000, spanning from 10 February 2025 to 23 February 2025.

Businesses specialising in marine repairs and refits, particularly those with robust experience in similar projects, are well-suited to compete for this tender. The opportunity is beneficial for service providers aiming to establish or expand their credentials within governmental contracts, especially within the marine sector. With selection criteria focusing on economic and financial standing, technical capability, and adherence to quality and environmental management standards, SMEs with a strong track record in vessel repair services are particularly encouraged to apply. The possibility of electronic submissions eases the participation process, making it accessible for competent suppliers to vie for this significant contract.

## Notice

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Refit of Sir John Murray.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Directorate, part of the Scottish Government, invites tenders for the refitting of the vessel, MRV Sir John Murray, a vessel owned by the Scottish Environmental protection Agency (SEPA) and managed by the Marine Directorate.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006398-2025 |
| 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 | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2025 - 23 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | November 2025 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £202,760 |

## 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DUNSTON (SHIP REPAIRS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment
- 50241100 - Vessel repair services

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 16:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006398-2025
- 13 Nov 2024 at 13:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036729-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000783191
- 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

## Provenance

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