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title: "Award of Satellite TV Antenna System for MPV Jura (MS-P-0353)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000772390"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2024-08-13"
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# Award of Satellite TV Antenna System for MPV Jura (MS-P-0353)

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000772390

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## Summary

The Scottish Government, based at the Marine Laboratory in Aberdeen, embarked on a procurement process to enhance its maritime capabilities. The procurement, titled "Award of Satellite TV Antenna System for MPV Jura (MS-P-0353)," falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on satellite antennas and related communications equipment. The project aims to replace the outdated satellite reflector on the MPV Jura with a modern, reliable antenna system that is compatible with the vessel's current setup. The tender process began on 8th June 2024 and has progressed to the award stage, with Echomaster Marine Limited of Macduff securing the contract worth £15,000 on 8th May 2024.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in marine communication systems, particularly those that provide satellite equipment suitable for dynamic maritime environments. Companies with expertise in installing and maintaining satellite reflectors compatible with older systems could find lucrative growth potential. Additionally, businesses experienced in handling government contracts and possessing the ability to meet specific technical requirements would be well-placed to compete in similar future procurement endeavours by the Scottish Government.

## Notice

Marine Directorate wishes to invite tenders for purchase and installation of a satellite TV antenna system for MPV Jura.The current satellite reflector requires replacement as it is now beyond economical repair. A new reflector/antenna is required to provide a stable and reliable signal for the current system.Reflector/antenna required to hold steady signal on moving platform and be backward compatible with vessels current Seatel 4004 dome and Naval TV distribution system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG512024 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 May 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Additional buyers | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL; CLYDE VALLEY HOUSING ASSOCIATION LIMITED; DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL; EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL; ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS SCOTLAND; FIFE COUNCIL; FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND; NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL; SCOTTISH FORESTRY; SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE; SHETLAND UHI; SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL; STIRLING COUNCIL; THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | AYR |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA7 1DR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Shetland Islands |
| Electoral ward | Lerwick North and Bressay |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 34 |
| Supplier names | ADVICEUK; AILSA BUILDING CONTRACTORS; AMD CONTRACT SERVICES; ASA RECRUITMENT (QUICK QUOTES; CALEDONIAN MAINTENANCE SERVICES; DPGPLUS; ECHOMASTER MARINE; HAMILTONS ENVIRONMENTAL; HARPER MACLEOD; HARVEY NASH; INDIGO FITNESS; JAMES D BILSLAND; JOHN WALKER; KARING INTERNATIONAL; LORIEN RESOURCING; LUCE BAY PLANT HIRE; NATIONAL TIMBER GROUP T/A REMBRAND TIMBER & THORNBRIDGE SAWMILLS; PALFINGER MARINE; PRIORY ELDERLY CARE; PULSE FITNESS; RSM UK AUDIT; SCARF; SIDEY SOLUTIONS; STANFORD COACHWORKS AND MOBILITY SERVICES; STANTEC; TAYLOR AND FRASER; THERMO FISHER DIAGNOSITCS; VENESKY BROWN; WEIR FORESTRY; WESTWIND ECOLOGY; WPC SOFTWARE; WSP; WYBONE; ZURICH MUNICIPAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32324310 - Satellite antennas
- 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment
- 32532000 - Satellite dishes

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2024 at 18:58 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG512024

## Notice URLs

- http://https://cvha.co.uk/
- http://https://forestryandland.gov.scot
- http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- http://www.dumgal.gov.uk
- http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- http://www.fife.gov.uk
- http://www.nhsggc.scot/about-us/procurement/
- http://www.pkc.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scottishprocurement.scot
- http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/
- http://www.stirling.gov.uk/procurement
- https://www.shetland.uhi.ac.uk/

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