---
title: "ITT Provision of Security Services for Orkney Harbour Authority"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cc3d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-15"
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# ITT Provision of Security Services for Orkney Harbour Authority

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cc3d

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## Summary

Orkney Islands Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring security services for its Harbour Authority, required to operate at various piers including Kirkwall Pier, Hatston Pier, and Stromness Piers in the Orkney Islands region. The project, titled "ITT Provision of Security Services for Orkney Harbour Authority," falls under the services category with a focus on security as its main industry category. The contract is valued at £850,000 and is expected to commence on 1 January 2027 for an initial period of three years, with possible extensions totaling up to five years. Bids must be submitted electronically by 14 August 2026, with the award process beginning shortly thereafter. The open procedure is adopted in this procurement process, ensuring transparency and competitive participation.

This tender presents an opportunity for firms specialising in security services to establish a relationship with a prominent regional authority and perhaps expand their footprint in public sector contracts. Businesses that possess robust capabilities in quality service delivery and efficient contract management are likely to be competitive contenders. The involvement of overseeing security operations for cruise and passenger vessels positions companies to leverage this contract for significant business growth in the maritime security domain, particularly with Orkney's evolving tourism and maritime activities. Qualified firms should ensure that submissions meet all specified criteria and are completed within the submission terms to exploit this growth opportunity effectively.

## Notice

The Authority has a requirement for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor for the provision of Security Services to attend cruise / passenger vessels whilst visiting Orkney within the remit of the Council in its role as Statutory Harbour Authority.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority has a requirement for a suitably qualified and experienced contractor for the provision of Security Services to attend cruise / passenger vessels whilst visiting Orkney within the remit of the Council in its role as Statutory Harbour Authority. The main locations being (but not necessarily limited to):- Kirkwall Pier, Hatston Pier, Stromness Piers, including Copland's Dock, Scapa Pier, Lyness Pier, All other piers within Orkney Harbours areas (as required) Contract will commence on the 1 January 2027 for a fixed period of three years, with options for two further twelve months extensions, giving a maximum period of five years.

Renewal: Initial term of 3 years with 2 x 12 month extension available.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066951-2026 |
| 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 | 15 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2031 |
| Recurrence | July 2031 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £850,000 |
| Lots value | £850,000 |
| 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

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 75241000 - Public security services
- 79710000 - Security services

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2026 at 15:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066951-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
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