--- title: "Provision of Westray to Papa Westray Pasenger Ferry Service" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)" published: "2021-03-26" --- # Provision of Westray to Papa Westray Pasenger Ferry Service Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128.json) ## Summary Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority) is initiating a tender process for the provision of the Westray to Papa Westray Passenger Ferry Service, located in Kirkwall, UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with the anticipated start date for the service set for 1 July 2021. The total contract value is £360,000, covering a 12-month period with options to extend up to three additional years. Interested parties must submit their operational concepts along with a Market Testing Questionnaire by the deadline indicated in the forthcoming notices, with future communications expected by 5 May 2021. This tender presents a significant opportunity for ferry operators and transport service providers to expand their business offerings in the Orkney Islands. Companies specialising in maritime services with the capability to operate vessels for passenger transportation, particularly those with experience in regional ferry operations, would be well-positioned to compete in this market. Successful respondents will not only secure a contract that enables the provision of essential transport links between the islands but could also enhance their reputation and network within the wider transport sector. ## Notice Orkney Islands Council is seeking to conduct a market test for the operation of a passenger ferry service between Pierowall (Westray) and Mocklett Pier (Papa Westray). Capacity should not be less than 40 passengers. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Orkney Islands Council is seeking to conduct a market test for the operation of a passenger ferry service between Pierowall (Westray) and Mocklett Pier (Papa Westray). Capacity should not be less than 40 passengers. Service will likely commence on 1 July 2021.The service may be operated using own vessel or a vessel provided by Orkney Islands Council (Orkney Ferries) under a Voyage Charter arrangement. The timetable for the service will be set by Orkney Islands Council and currently consists of 6 runs on a Mon, Tue & Wed, 5 on a Thur, 4 on a Friday & Saturday and 3 on a Sunday.. Interested parties are requested to provide a short brief of the operational concept for provision of the service in addition to the completion of the Market Testing Questionnaire as attached to this notice. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410486 | | Notice type | OJEU - F4 - Prior Information Notice (Utilities) | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 26 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 5 May 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £360,000 | | 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 | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY) | | 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 - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 34512100 - Ferry boats - 60610000 - Ferry transport services ## Release History - 26 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F4 - Prior Information Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410486 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410486&idx=1 26th March 2021 - Market Testing Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410486 Provision of Westray to Papa Westray Pasenger Ferry Service - Orkney Islands Council is seeking to conduct a market test for the operation of a passenger ferry service between Pierowall (Westray) and Mocklett Pier (Papa Westray). Capacity should not be less than 40 passengers. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.orkneyharbours.com - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=645128 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000645128.json.