--- title: "Servicing of Generator Couplings for MRV Scotia" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ec12" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ec12" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ec12.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ec12.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2025-12-01" --- # Servicing of Generator Couplings for MRV Scotia Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ec12 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05ec12) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05ec12.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government, acting through its Marine Directorate, is currently in the tender stage for a project entitled "Servicing of Generator Couplings for MRV Scotia." This procurement falls under the industry category of vessel repair services, with a focus on servicing generator couplings on the MRV Scotia, a marine research vessel based in Aberdeen, UK. The process operates under an open procedure method and has an expected contract value of £70,000. The procurement invites qualified contractors to engage in a service contract starting from 2nd March 2026 and ending on 30th September 2026. Interested parties are requested to submit their electronic bids by 12:00 PM on 14th January 2026, with selections made based on quality and price criteria. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses experienced in marine vessel maintenance and repair, particularly those specialising in generator components. Companies with capabilities to provide qualified service engineers and approved replacement parts are well-positioned to compete. The requirement for Lloyd's Register-approved components underscores a focus on quality and compliance with maritime standards, benefiting firms with established reputations and qualifications in these areas. The chance to engage in a government contract of this scale could propel business growth and enhance credibility in the marine service industry. ## Notice The Scottish Ministers acting through Marine Directorate invites tenders for the servicing of three generator couplings on the marine research vessel (MRV) Scotia. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Three flexible couplings are at an age where they require a major overhaul. The Scottish Ministers wishes to engage a contractor for the servicing including potential replacement, installation and commissioning of parts on MRV Scotia whilst in port. The contractor will be required to undertake onboard servicing by providing a qualified service engineer to attend MRV Scotia to carry out the coupling service in accordance with the manufacturer's procedures. The contractor will be responsible for providing replacement parts such as new coupling elements and coupling links in accordance with the current equipment specifications. All supplied components must be type approved by Lloyd's Register. The contractor must carry out alignment checks both prior to and following the installation. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078548-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £70,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | 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 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 42 - Industrial machinery - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 31120000 - Generators - 31122000 - Generator units - 31128000 - Turbogenerator - 42141700 - Shaft couplings - 44167100 - Couplings - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services - 50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment - 50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships - 50241100 - Vessel repair services ## Release History - 1 Dec 2025 at 14:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078548-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817233 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=817233 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=538689 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=817233 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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