--- title: "Supply of Second Hand Vessel" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000762751" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000762751" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000762751.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000762751.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL" published: "2025-03-06" --- # Supply of Second Hand Vessel Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000762751 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000762751) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000762751.json) ## Summary Orkney Islands Council is overseeing the procurement process for the supply of a second-hand vessel to be utilised by Orkney Ferries Limited, supporting lifeline designated ferry services. Situated in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, the procurement falls under the industry category of transportation equipment, specifically targeting marine vessels (CPV codes 34512000, 34521000). The initial tender phase commenced on 5th April 2024 and concluded on 6th May 2024, with the subsequent award issued on 12th September 2024. The procurement employed an open procedure, inviting competitive bids through electronic submissions, and selected Groats Charters as the supplier. The contract, valued at £280,000, is active and necessitated swift delivery within one month of the award date. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in maritime vessels and equipment. Suppliers capable of providing high-quality second-hand vessels suitable for ferry operations will find ample growth prospects through such public contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises, such as Groats Charters, which secured this contract, demonstrate that market entry and success are attainable through competitive tendering processes. Businesses with expertise in refurbishing and retrofitting marine vessels to meet specific operational requirements are exceptionally well-suited to compete in similar future tenders, positioning themselves for further collaboration with regional authorities like the Orkney Islands Council. ## Notice Orkney Islands Council (the Authority) on behalf of Orkney Ferries Limited as the client has a requirement to purchase a second hand vessel to be used as part of the fleet in the operation of the lifeline designated ferry services. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Orkney Islands Council (the Authority) on behalf of Orkney Ferries Limited as the client has a requirement to purchase a second hand vessel to be used as part of the fleet in the operation of the lifeline designated ferry services. The second hand Vessel will be required to be suitable to service Orkney Ferry routes as per published daily timetables and for any other ad hoc or emergency arrangements.. The anticipated Contract Duration from award of Contract to delivery of the vessel, will be one month. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525433 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | 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 | 6 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 6 May 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 12 Sep 2024 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £350,000 | | Lots value | £350,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £280,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | 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 | GROATS CHARTERS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34512000 - Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods - 34521000 - Specialised boats ## Release History - 6 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525433 - 5 Apr 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR502488 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR502488&idx=5 5th April 2024 - Standard Ship Sale Agreement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR502488&idx=6 5th April 2024 - Sea Trials Charter Agreement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR502488&idx=1 5th April 2024 - Invitation to Tender Documentation - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR502488&idx=2 5th April 2024 - Structure and Format of Proposal - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR502488&idx=3 5th April 2024 - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR502488&idx=4 5th April 2024 - Compliance Statement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR502488 Supply of Second Hand Vessel - Orkney Islands Council (the Authority) on behalf of Orkney Ferries Limited as the client has a requirement to purchase a second hand vessel to be used as part of the fleet in the operation of the lifeline designated ferry services. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525433 Supply of Second Hand Vessel - Orkney Islands Council (the Authority) on behalf of Orkney Ferries Limited as the client has a requirement to purchase a second hand vessel to be used as part of the fleet in the operation of the lifeline designated ferry services. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.orkney.gov.uk - http://www.orkney.gov.ukhttps://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00369 - http://www.orkneyharbours.com - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000762751 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00369 - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/kirkwall-sheriff-court ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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