--- title: "Marine Vessel Replacement Project" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05556e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05556e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05556e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05556e.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2025-06-27" --- # Marine Vessel Replacement Project Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05556e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05556e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05556e.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government is in the planning stage for a procurement process concerning the replacement of marine vessels. Titled the "Marine Vessel Replacement Project," this initiative focuses on the detailed design, construction, and delivery of Marine Protection and Research Vessels to replace existing fleet members, 'Minna' and 'Scotia'. The industry category is classified under Ships and Boats (CPV Code: 34500000), with operations centred in the UK, specifically region UKM. Interested parties can engage in a Request for Information (RFI) process, with responses due by 11th July 2025. The procurement process is anticipated to progress further with notices expected by 22nd September 2025, in accordance with the principles of the General Procurement Agreement (GPA). This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in ship design and construction, particularly those experienced with marine patrol and research vessels. Companies with expertise in collaborating with governmental bodies and an understanding of marine compliance and design standards will find this project aligns well with their capabilities. Additionally, businesses proficient in creating detailed designs that meet classification society and flag state authority requirements could benefit greatly from participating in this emerging procurement process. The project provides an opportunity to establish or strengthen relationships with the Scottish Government, offering potential for enduring business growth in the marine construction sector. ## Notice The contract would be for the detailed design, construction, testing, survey, outfitting and equipping, completion and delivery of Marine Protection and Research Vessels as replacement for two vessels of the current fleet. ### Lot Information Marine Patrol Vessel The Scottish Government is considering procuring a contract for the design and build of a new class of Marine Protection Vessel and Marine Research Vessel to replace two existing vessels 'Minna' and 'Scotia' as they reach the end of their service lives. The successful contractor would develop detailed designs, calculations and drawings of the vessels in conjunction with the owner, the classification society, the UK flag state authority (where the ships would be registered) and any other relevant authorities, for approval. The successful contractor would construct the vessels in accordance with the approved detailed designs, calculations and drawings. https://www.gov.scot/publications/marine-and-fisheries-compliance-fleet-and-aircraft/ https://www.gov.scot/publications/marine-science-research-vessels-and-technology/ This exercise is being carried out in advance of any future procurement exercise. It is not a pre-qualification or tendering exercise. This notice has been created for the purposes of seeking information from the market regarding the Authority's requirements The purpose of the RFI is to seek information from the market and the responses to this request will be used to develop our delivery strategy and project planning. Further details are provided in the Request for Information (RFI) link attached to this notice. Marine Research Vessel The Scottish Government is considering procuring a contract for the design and build of a new class of Marine Protection Vessel and Marine Research Vessel to replace two existing vessels 'Minna' and 'Scotia' as they reach the end of their service lives. The successful contractor would develop detailed designs, calculations and drawings of the vessels in conjunction with the owner, the classification society, the UK flag state authority (where the ships would be registered) and any other relevant authorities, for approval. The successful contractor would construct the vessels in accordance with the approved detailed designs, calculations and drawings. https://www.gov.scot/publications/marine-and-fisheries-compliance-fleet-and-aircraft/ https://www.gov.scot/publications/marine-science-research-vessels-and-technology/ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035899-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Jun 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 21 Sep 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 8LU | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34500000 - Ships and boats - 34511100 - Marine patrol vessels ## Release History - 27 Jun 2025 at 15:19 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035899-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000802779 - https://forms.office.com/e/txbqvV0rEd - https://www.gov.scot/publications/marine-and-fisheries-compliance-fleet-and-aircraft/ - https://www.gov.scot/publications/marine-science-research-vessels-and-technology/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=802779 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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