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title: "DMARINE - Marine Operations - Protection Vessels - PPE & Uniform Framework Agreement"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000806973"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-06-25"
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# DMARINE - Marine Operations - Protection Vessels - PPE & Uniform Framework Agreement

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000806973

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## Summary

The Scottish Government, based in Glasgow, managed a procurement process titled "DMARINE - Marine Operations - Protection Vessels - PPE & Uniform Framework Agreement." This process, aimed at providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms for staff aboard marine protection and research vessels under the Marine Directorate, falls within the goods category of the public services industry. The procurement process used an open procedure method, and the contract was successfully signed on 20 May 2026. This framework agreement, with an active status, addresses a statutory obligation for marine legislative compliance, ensuring crew safety under UK regulations. The procurement stage has advanced from its initial planning in August 2025 to the award stage by June 2026, demonstrating efficient progression through the necessary steps, including extending tender deadlines and electronic submissions.

This procurement process presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in high-quality PPE and uniforms. Given the framework agreement's focus on maritime operations and the need for compliance with specific marine safety regulations, businesses proficient in manufacturing durable, compliant safety equipment would be well-suited to compete. SMEs like Arco Limited, which secured the contract valued at £700,000, exemplify the potential for growth by aligning product offerings with the Scottish Government's stringent safety and service criteria. Companies looking to expand into marine safety supply chains can leverage such government contracts to enhance visibility and operational reach, potentially exploring additional products during global health crises to meet emerging needs.

## Notice

The Scottish Government, on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, has a requirement for an external service provider to provide Personal Protective Equipment and Uniform for the Marine Directorate staff on board its protection and research vessels.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Marine directorate, part of the Scottish Government, owns and runs a fleet of Marine protection and research vessels that operate in the seas around Scotland, The crews onboard are covered by the relevant Marine legislation, including the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Personal Protective Equipment) Regulations 1999 (S.I. 1999/2205), as such there is a statutory requirement for the Directorate to provide suitable and sufficient PPE to all of its crews. The Marine crews are expected to wear uniforms and the correct uniform must also be available and supplied.

Options: as set out in the specification additional products may be required in the event of another pandemic or similar global disaster.

Renewal: This framework is subject to an optional 2 x 12 months extension at Scottish Ministers discretion after the initial core 24 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558720 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | 20 May 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| Lots value | £700,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £700,000 |

## 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 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARCO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 18141000 - Work gloves
- 18142000 - Safety visors
- 18424300 - Disposable gloves
- 18440000 - Hats and headgear
- 18444000 - Protective headgear
- 18444100 - Safety headgear
- 35113400 - Protective and safety clothing
- 37412250 - Masks, fins or snorkels

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558720
- 25 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552430
- 10 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549200
- 19 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537271

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG537271&idx=2
  15th September 2025 - updated Q and A doc
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG537271&idx=1
  20th August 2025 - Response to questions received
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537271
  DMARINE - Marine Operations - Protection Vessels - PPE & Uniform Framework Agreement - The Scottish Government, on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, has a requirement for an external service provider to provide Personal Protective Equipment and Uniform for the Marine Directorate staff on board its protection and research vessels.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549200
  DMARINE - Marine Operations - Protection Vessels - PPE & Uniform Framework Agreement - The Scottish Government, on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, has a requirement for an external service provider to provide Personal Protective Equipment and Uniform for the Marine Directorate staff on board its protection and research vessels.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558720
  DMARINE - Marine Operations - Protection Vessels - PPE & Uniform Framework Agreement - The Scottish Government, on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, has a requirement for an external service provider to provide Personal Protective Equipment and Uniform for the Marine Directorate staff on board its protection and research vessels.

## Notice URLs

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- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806973
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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