---
title: "Provision of Ferry Services for The Highland Council"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000593858"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL"
published: "2019-08-21"
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# Provision of Ferry Services for The Highland Council

Buyer: THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000593858

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## Summary

The Highland Council is seeking tenders for the 'Provision of Ferry Services', with a contract value of £1.5 million. This procurement falls under the services category and is classified as an open procedure, allowing a broad range of suppliers to participate. The contract period will run from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2025, with the potential for a 24-month extension. Interested parties must submit their tenders electronically by 24 September 2019. The ferry services cover multiple routes including Mallaig to Inverie, Fort William to Camusnagaul, Small Isles to Mallaig, and Scoraig to Badluarach, located in the Highlands of Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport and logistics sectors, particularly those specialising in marine services. Companies with experience in ferry operations, marine logistics, or public transportation services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The involvement of community benefit initiatives also opens avenues for businesses committed to social responsibility and community engagement, enhancing their competitiveness in the bidding process.

## Notice

The Highland Council are inviting tenders for the provision of Ferry Service. The Contract Period shall be 01 April 2020 to 31 March 2025 with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. F.01 Mallaig - Inverie - Tarbet F.02 Fort William - Camusnagaul F.04 Small Isles - Mallaig F.05 Scoraig - Badluarach

### Lot Information

F.01 Mallaig - Inverie - Tarbet

Provision of Ferry Service for Mallaig - Inverie - Tarbet

Renewal: Option to extend by a period of up to 24 months.

F.02 Fort William - Camusnagaul

Provision of Ferry Service from Fort William - Camusnagaul

Renewal: Option to extend by a period of up to 24 months.

F.04 Small Isles - Mallaig

Provision of Ferry Service from Small Isles - Mallaig

Renewal: Option to extend by a period of up to 24 months.

F.05 Scoraig - Badluarach

Provision of Ferry Service from Scoraig - Badluarach

Renewal: Option to extend by a period of up to 24 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG364116 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 | 21 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2020 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 5BX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60610000 - Ferry transport services

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG364116

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=11
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - Non Disclosure
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=12
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - Form of Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=1
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=2
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - MSQ Technical Response
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=3
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - Route Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=4
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=5
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - F01 Timetable
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=6
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - F02 Timetable
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=7
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - Conditions of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=8
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - Community Benefit Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=9
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - ESPD
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG364116&idx=10
  23rd August 2019 - Ferry Service - Bona Fide Tendering Certificate
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG364116
  Provision of Ferry Services for The Highland Council - The Highland Council are inviting tenders for the provision of Ferry Service. The Contract Period shall be 01 April 2020 to 31 March 2025 with the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. F.01 Mallaig - Inverie - Tarbet F.02 Fort William - Camusnagaul F.04 Small Isles - Mallaig F.05 Scoraig - Badluarach

## Notice URLs

- http://www.highland.gov.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2361
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000593858
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=593858
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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