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title: "Port and Associated Services for Major Vessels"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000669536"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED"
published: "2022-03-08"
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# Port and Associated Services for Major Vessels

Buyer: CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000669536

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## Summary

CalMac Ferries Limited is seeking a supplier for the "Port and Associated Services for Major Vessels" contract, an initiative aimed at coordinating services for CalMac's major vessels across various locations, notably Birkenhead, Aberdeen, and Leith. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, with the contract having been signed on 4th March 2022, valued at £694,018. This open tender method ensures transparency, allowing interested parties to engage openly. The original submission deadline for tenders was on 10th January 2022.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in port operations and maritime services. Companies with expertise in logistics, crew management, and emergency response coordination could find a competitive edge in this process. Additionally, smaller enterprises with a proven track record in relevant service domains may benefit from securing sub-contractor roles under this contract, particularly those involved in ferry operations or related service provisions.

## Notice

CalMac Ferries Ltd require a supplier to co-ordinate the provision of Port and Associated Services for all current and future CalMac major vessels for various port calls and dockings at Birkenhead, Aberdeen and Leith.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

CalMac Ferries require a supplier to co-ordinate the provision of Port and Associated Services for all current and future CalMac major vessels for various port calls and dockings at Birkenhead, Aberdeen and Leith. Smaller vessels within the fleet are not part of this specification but there may be an occasional requirement to assist in an emergency As subject matter experts and with proven local port knowledge, the supplier will ensure a smooth vessel transition in and out of the port and/or dockyard and have the welfare of the crew as a priority during all activities. The supplier will liaise with all necessary sub-contractors including but not limited to, port authorities, pilotage and towage services. They will also be required to co-ordinate any crew issues, repatriation requirements and provide relevant documentation when required. The expected work to be undertaken largely relates to planned vessel dockings. However, coverage and expenditure may be required for emergency port calls for repair and maintenance at short notice.

Renewal: possible extension of 2 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and need.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR442878 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 8 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | £800,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £694,018 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED |
| Locality | GOUROCK |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA19 1QP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |
| Local authority | Inverclyde |
| Electoral ward | Inverclyde West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West |
| Delivery location | TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GAC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50246100 - Dry-docking services

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR442878
- 1 Dec 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434481

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434481
  Port and Associated Services for Major Vessels - CalMac Ferries Ltd require a supplier to co-ordinate the provision of Port and Associated Services for all current and future CalMac major vessels for various port calls and dockings at Birkenhead, Aberdeen and Leith.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR442878
  Port and Associated Services for Major Vessels - CalMac Ferries Ltd require a supplier to co-ordinate the provision of Port and Associated Services for all current and future CalMac major vessels for various port calls and dockings at Birkenhead, Aberdeen and Leith.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.calmac.co.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000669536

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