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title: "DMARINE-Compliance-Marine Operations-RADAR replacement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000805812"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
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published: "2025-11-19"
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# DMARINE-Compliance-Marine Operations-RADAR replacement

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000805812

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is initiating a tender process titled "DMARINE-Compliance-Marine Operations-RADAR replacement" aimed at replacing RADAR systems onboard vessels MPV Minna, MPV Jura, and MPV Hirta. This procurement falls under the "General public services" industry category, with a focus on marine operations. The location for the goods delivery is in the UKM region, specifically Edinburgh. The project is currently at the tender stage with submissions being accepted until 1st September 2025, with an award period commencing the same day. This open procedure seeks proposals submitted electronically and involves an estimated contract value of £200,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime instrumentation and radar systems integration. Companies experienced in providing advanced X-Band and S-Band RADAR technology that comply with international maritime regulations are well poised to compete. The requirement for seamless integration with existing onboard systems such as GPS, AIS, and ECDIS offers scope for companies adept in complex systems engineering to leverage their expertise. The significant focus on quality (60% in evaluation criteria) suggests that firms can gain competitive advantage by showcasing their excellence in delivering high-quality, reliable solutions within the specified timescales. The procurement process demands proficiency in maintaining a robust supply chain and ensuring timely payment compliance, adding additional value for companies with established, effective management systems.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers, acting through Marine Directorate are looking to engage a supplier to provide the replacement of the Sperry Bridge Master E RADARS onboard the vessels MPV Minna, MPV Jura and MPV Hirta. Marine Directorate, a directorate of the Scottish Government, manages Scotland's seas and freshwater fisheries and require RADARS both X-Band and S-Band onboard their vessels to ensure the safety of the vessel and remain compliant all Flag and Class national and International statutory requirements, regulations and standards.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers, acting through Marine Directorate are looking to engage a supplier to provide the replacement of the Sperry Bridge Master E RADARS onboard the vessels MPV Minna, MPV Jura and MPV Hirta. Marine Directorate, a directorate of the Scottish Government, manages Scotland's seas and freshwater fisheries and require RADARS both X-Band and S-Band onboard their vessels to ensure the safety of the vessel and remain compliant all Flag and Class national and International statutory requirements, regulations and standards. It is crucial that all the replacement work is completed within the required timescales and with appropriate replacement parts to ensure the vessels remain compliant with all national and International statutory requirements, regulations and standards relevant to the vessel to prevent/minimise downtime. Marine Directorate require the replacement of 6 Bridge Master E RADARS. Marine Directorate require the supplier to provide, install and commission replacements for all 6 RADARS listed, 3 S-Band and 3 X-Band, one of each on each vessel as above. The replacement RADARS must interlink seamlessly with the equipment already onboard, GPS (Global Positioning System), AIS (Automatic Identification System), BNWAS (Bridge Navigational Watch Alert System), Gyro Compass, Speed log, wind and echosounder and be approved to ensure the vessels stay within class and flag requirements. The RADAR system should include fully networked architecture, Fully CAT1 and CAT2 type approved and integrate with screen size 26" with ECDIS overlay. As well as the above the RADAR should have complete ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aid) functionality with integrated NAVTEX (Navigational Telex) and be capable of displaying over 600 AIS targets.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543875 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - 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 | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £199,905 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| 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 | CHARITY AND TAYLOR (ELECTRONIC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 34511100 - Marine patrol vessels
- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 35722000 - Radar
- 38115000 - Radar apparatus
- 45244100 - Marine installations

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543875
- 30 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535861

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535861
  DMARINE-Compliance-Marine Operations-RADAR replacement - The Scottish Ministers, acting through Marine Directorate are looking to engage a supplier to provide the replacement of the Sperry Bridge Master E RADARS onboard the vessels MPV Minna, MPV Jura and MPV Hirta. Marine Directorate, a directorate of the Scottish Government, manages Scotland's seas and freshwater fisheries and require RADARS both X-Band and S-Band onboard their vessels to ensure the safety of the vessel and remain compliant all Flag and Class national and International statutory requirements, regulations and standards.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543875
  DMARINE-Compliance-Marine Operations-RADAR replacement - The Scottish Ministers, acting through Marine Directorate are looking to engage a supplier to provide the replacement of the Sperry Bridge Master E RADARS onboard the vessels MPV Minna, MPV Jura and MPV Hirta. Marine Directorate, a directorate of the Scottish Government, manages Scotland's seas and freshwater fisheries and require RADARS both X-Band and S-Band onboard their vessels to ensure the safety of the vessel and remain compliant all Flag and Class national and International statutory requirements, regulations and standards.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement/Selling/supplier-enquiries
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000805812
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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