---
title: "Provision of Classification Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000806587"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000806587.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)"
published: "2025-08-06"
---

# Provision of Classification Services

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000806587

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## Summary

The Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority) has recently completed the procurement process titled "Provision of Classification Services," concerning surveys for class entry for existing ships. This procurement, categorised under port-related activities and services with CPV code 63726100, took place in the UKM region. The procurement followed a 'limited' method, meaning it was conducted without prior publication of a call for competition due to technical reasons and the specific needs related to the ageing vessel fleet. The procurement process culminated in an award to Lloyd's Register EMEA, with a contract signed on 26th June 2024, valued at £204,000.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in port-related classifications, particularly those capable of handling technical challenges associated with older ships. Large-scale service providers with expertise in maritime classifications could find similar contracts advantageous, especially when operating within niches that may be underserved due to the complexities involved. By establishing a footing in such specialised areas, businesses could leverage their capabilities to secure further opportunities in similar public procurement processes across the maritime industry.

## Notice

Surveys for Class Entry for Existing Ships

### Procurement Information

It is possible for other IACS members to quote for the classification services but the age of the fleet presents several challenges. Other providers have been approached, however, they are not interested in Vessels of this age profile as apparently it will bring their age profile of ship classed up which they do not want. The vessels currently carry various memorandum on the Lloyds classification particularly on the engine blocks, which may cause difficulties for transfer of classification should another provider be appointed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536442 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £204,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY) |
| 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 | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LLOYD'S REGISTER EMEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63726100 - Vessel registration services

## Release History

- 6 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536442

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536442
  Provision of Classification Services - Surveys for Class Entry for Existing Ships

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.orkneyharbours.com
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806587

## Provenance

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