--- title: "Vessel Crane Maintenance for MRV Scotia" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000790779" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790779" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000790779.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000790779.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2025-09-29" --- # Vessel Crane Maintenance for MRV Scotia Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000790779 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790779) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000790779.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government, operating through its Marine Directorate, has awarded a contract for "Vessel Crane Maintenance for MRV Scotia". The procurement process followed an open procedure and was overseen by the Marine Directorate located in Aberdeen, Scotland. The aim was to procure services for the maintenance and servicing of all cranes on board the MRV Scotia, a survey vessel operating in and around Scottish waters. The contract was awarded to Hays Hydraulics & Mechanical Services Ltd, with a contract value of £214,586.35, and the agreement was signed on 23rd September 2025. This procurement process reached its completion stage in September 2025, following the initial tender period which concluded in March 2025. This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses in the hydraulics and mechanical services sector, particularly those with expertise in marine equipment maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with an established record in servicing complex machinery systems within the maritime industry could find significant growth potential by engaging in similar tenders. Given the recurring nature of such maintenance contracts, companies with robust technical facilities and the capability to provide consistent, high-quality service would be well-suited to compete for future opportunities. Additionally, businesses focusing on environmental management and quality assurance, particularly those accredited with ISO 9001 standards, could benefit from the procurement landscape associated with maritime services for public projects in Scotland. ## Notice The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invite tenders for the provision of all maintenance and servicing of all cranes on board MRV Scotia. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invite tenders for the provision of all maintenance and servicing of all cranes on board MRV Scotia. The Scottish Ministers own and operate the survey vessel MRV Scotia that operates in the waters around and beyond Scotland. To carry out scientific operations that MRV Scotia undertakes, the five crane package provided by ABAS (Aukra industrier AS - Norway) was installed and requires regular maintenance and testing. Renewal: 12 months extension available to 30 April 2030. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540178 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 29 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 23 Sep 2025 | | Contract period | 1 May 2025 - 30 Apr 2029 | | Recurrence | November 2029 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £160,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £214,586 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 8LU | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | HAYS HYDRAULICS & MECHANICAL SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 34511100 - Marine patrol vessels - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services - 50241100 - Vessel repair services ## Release History - 29 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540178 - 17 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524079 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524079&idx=4 17th February 2025 - Schedule 14 - Terms and Conditions for Provision of Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524079&idx=1 17th February 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524079&idx=2 17th February 2025 - Appendix G - Timetable for Requirements - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524079&idx=3 17th February 2025 - Schedule 2, Annex C - Pricing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524079 Vessel Crane Maintenance for MRV Scotia - The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invite tenders for the provision of all maintenance and servicing of all cranes on board MRV Scotia. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540178 Vessel Crane Maintenance for MRV Scotia - The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invite tenders for the provision of all maintenance and servicing of all cranes on board MRV Scotia. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement/Selling/supplier-enquiries - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790779 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=538689 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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