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title: "Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000695032"
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buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
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# Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build)

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000695032

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## Summary

The Orkney Islands Council has completed the procurement process for the supply of one new towage boat (design and build). The buying organization, Orkney Islands Council, which operates as the Statutory Harbour Authority, was located in Kirkwall, UK. The procurement involved port-related activities and fell under the goods category. The tender, titled "Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build)", has been awarded to SANMAR Shipyards. The contract was signed on September 8, 2022, with a total value of £6,990,000. The contracting process has now progressed to the award stage.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in shipbuilding, marine services, and maritime equipment manufacturing. Companies specializing in tug boat design and construction, maritime engineering, and vessel outfitting would be well-suited to compete. The anticipated contract duration for this project, from the award of the contract to delivery following successful sea trials, is expected to span from August 2022 to January 2023. Businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the marine industry should consider engaging with Orkney Islands Council and SANMAR Shipyards for potential future collaborations.

## Notice

Orkney Islands Council, as Statutory Harbour Authority (the "Authority") has a requirement for the supply of one design and build tug boat which meets the Council's specification, which are required to provide a safe and reliable towage service in the Scapa Flow (including Flotta Oil Terminal) and Kirkwall harbour areas.

### Lot Information

Supply of One New Tug Boat (Design and Build) - Currently Under Construction

The Basic Specification is given as a guide as to the specific requirements of the Owner. 1.1. The principal dimensions of the vessel are expected to be approximately as follows:- Length overall : +/- 32 metres Breadth extreme : 12 to 14 metres Operating draft : MAXIMUM of 5.50 metres (navigational draft), when fully loaded with fuel and FW 1.2. The vessel is to be constructed, equipped and outfitted in accordance with the latest Rules and Regulations of Lloyd's Register or other IACS member society, for Unrestricted Service. 1.3. The vessel is to be constructed under survey of Lloyd's Register or other IACS member society, and delivered in Class. As a minimum, Class Notations assigned should be the following (or equivalent according to the Classification Society):- +100A1 Escort Tug UMS +LMC Firefighting 1 with water spray *IWS 1.4. The Gross Tonnage should be less than 500. 1.5. The design, construction and fitout of the vessel is to be in compliance with all statutory international regulations and MCA requirements for a vessel of UK Class IX. 1.6. Crew accommodation to be provided in 6 single cabins, two of which to also have folding or pull-out bunks for occasional use. Lifesaving appliances to be provided for 16 persons, 1.7. Vessel to be delivered UK flagged. Contractors to arrange for MCA inspection, in order to issue 'Record of Inspection of Safety Equipment' (MSF1102). 1.8. The vessel's stability and freeboard should be suitable to permit carrying one 20- foot container on the main deck, of gross weight up to 10 tonnes, whilst the vessel is fully loaded with fuel and fresh water. The provision (design and build contract) of one new build tug to meet the Council's specification, Lot 1 will be for a new build tug that is currently under construction with a Contract duration and delivery timescale following successful sea trials, of within 6 months. The Authority already operates tug vessels in which the main engines are of Caterpillar manufacture type 3516C or equivalent and as such has requested two engine cost options be provided in respect of main engine emissions criteria - only where the following circumstance applies: If the Contractor can offer a vessel already under construction i.e. keel laid before 1st January 2021. IMO Tier II (keel laid before 1st January 2021) Caterpillar 3516C or equivalent Tier II being achieved in-engine and no exhaust after treatment required. With part completion / ready for owners sea trials due within six months of the issue of this ITT 1.10. Fuel tank capacity to be a minimum of 120 cubic metres. 1.11. Fresh water capacity to be no less than 20 cubic metres. The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 1) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to 31 January 2023. The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 1) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to 31 January 2023.

Supply of One New Tug Boat (Design and Build)

The provision (design and build) of one new-build tug boat to meet the Council's specification as detailed in Lot 1, apart from the main engines which must be:- IMO Tier III Caterpillar 3516E or equivalent. This option (Lot 2) to include total cost of supply and fit out of associated after treatment equipment such as but not limited to Clean Emissions Modules, DEF storage tank, dosing and monitoring control gear etc. It is recognized that the contract duration (for Lot 2) will be subject to the global supply market, therefore the provision (design and build) of one new-build tug boat to meet the Council's specification is to be delivered subject to successful sea trials within 36 months of the award of Contract.. The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract (Lot 2) to delivery of the vessel, following successful sea trials, will be from August 2022 to July 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP460127 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Sep 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Sep 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | £7,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £6,990,000 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SANMAR SHIPYARDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34513200 - Tug boats
- 34520000 - Boats
- 34521000 - Specialised boats

## Release History

- 28 Sep 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP460127
- 2 Jun 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F5 - Contract Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN450215

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN450215&idx=5
  2nd June 2022 - Compliance Statement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN450215&idx=6
  2nd June 2022 - Price Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN450215&idx=7
  2nd June 2022 - Whole Life Costing Spreadsheet
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN450215&idx=1
  2nd June 2022 - Invitation to Tender Documentation
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN450215&idx=2
  2nd June 2022 - Method Statement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN450215&idx=3
  2nd June 2022 - Evaluation Criteria
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN450215&idx=4
  2nd June 2022 - Outline Vessel Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN450215
  Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build) - Orkney Islands Council, as Statutory Harbour Authority (the "Authority") has a requirement for the supply of one design and build tug boat which meets the Council's specification, which are required to provide a safe and reliable towage service in the Scapa Flow (including Flotta Oil Terminal) and Kirkwall harbour areas.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP460127
  Supply of One New Towage Boat (Design and Build) - Orkney Islands Council, as Statutory Harbour Authority (the "Authority") has a requirement for the supply of one design and build tug boat which meets the Council's specification, which are required to provide a safe and reliable towage service in the Scapa Flow (including Flotta Oil Terminal) and Kirkwall harbour areas.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.orkneyharbours.com
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000695032
- https://www.sanmar.com.tr

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