---
title: "Provision of Ferry Vessel Design Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000620733"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2021-04-06"
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# Provision of Ferry Vessel Design Services

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000620733

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## Summary

The Argyll and Bute Council is seeking services for the "Provision of Ferry Vessel Design Services" in the marine industry, specifically located in Lochgilphead, Scotland. This tender is currently complete, having reached the award stage on 31 July 2020, with a contract valued at £62,900. The open procurement method was used, and the tender process involved assistance with design, regulatory approvals, and project management for the vessel build phase. The bidding period for this procurement saw a total of 12 bids, of which 11 were from small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in marine engineering, vessel design, and project management within the marine sector. Companies that offer expertise in MCA/class approvals and those capable of preparing technical documentation for vessel construction would be particularly well-suited to explore similar tenders. Engaging in such projects could enhance their visibility and credibility in the public procurement environment, potentially leading to further contracts within local authority ventures and beyond.

## Notice

- Design of the vessel; - MCA/class approvals including assisting in procurement process for an approving body; - Assisting in preparation of ITT for the build phase (technical side + terms of contract); - Project/contract management, supervision and overseeing of the build phase

### Lot Information

Lot 1

- Design of the vessel; - MCA/class approvals including assisting in procurement process for an approving body; - Assisting in preparation of ITT for the build phase (technical side + terms of contract); - Project/contract management, supervision and overseeing of the build phase

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR411446 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award 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 | 6 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £62,900 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL |
| Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA31 8RT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Argyll and Bute |
| Electoral ward | Mid Argyll |
| Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEEL MARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71220000 - Architectural design services
- 71320000 - Engineering design services
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 Apr 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR411446
- 13 May 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386646

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386646&idx=1
  13th May 2020 - Concept Drawing
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386646&idx=2
  13th May 2020 - ESPD + Technical Response
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386646&idx=3
  13th May 2020 - Instructions to Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386646&idx=4
  13th May 2020 - Z Clauses
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386646&idx=5
  13th May 2020 - Contract data
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386646&idx=6
  13th May 2020 - Tender Assessment + Evaluation
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386646&idx=7
  13th May 2020 - Community Benefit Guidance
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY386646&idx=8
  13th May 2020 - Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386646
  Provision of Ferry Vessel Design Services - - Design of the vessel; - MCA/class approvals including assisting in procurement process for an approving body; - Assisting in preparation of ITT for the build phase (technical side + terms of contract); - Project/contract management, supervision and overseeing of the build phase
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR411446
  Provision of Ferry Vessel Design Services - - Design of the vessel; - MCA/class approvals including assisting in procurement process for an approving body; - Assisting in preparation of ITT for the build phase (technical side + terms of contract); - Project/contract management, supervision and overseeing of the build phase

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000620733

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