--- title: "Fuel Oil Testing" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED" published: "2025-08-18" --- # Fuel Oil Testing Buyer: CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546.json) ## Summary CalMac Ferries Limited is inviting bids for a Framework Agreement focused on Fuel Oil Testing. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, aims to ensure compliance with international marine fuel regulations, and enhance operational efficiency. This contract, valued at £200,000, is part of CalMac's commitment to efficient service delivery. The procurement follows an open procedure and is categorized under 'services' within the 'Ferry Operator' industry. Interested parties should note that submissions are due by 19 September 2025 at 12:00 PM BST. The bidding process is conducted electronically, and the contract will commence on the closing date of the tender period, with potential extension options available. This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses engaged in providing high-quality fuel testing services, especially those with UKAS Accreditation (ISO/IEC 17025). Companies with proven experience in ensuring compliance with regulations such as MARPOL Annex VI and the EU Sulphur Directive stand to gain. The broad scope of the contract invites enterprises with strong technical and management capabilities. Moreover, businesses that possess robust financial standing and adequate insurance levels, as outlined in the submission criteria, are well-suited for this opportunity. Emphasizing both cost and quality, the award criteria offer a balanced evaluation for competitive suppliers. ## Notice CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement for Fuel Oil Testing. This requirement forms part of CFL's commitment to ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and costeffective service delivery across its marine operations. The successful supplier will be expected to provide a reliable, consistent, and compliant fuel oil testing service that supports both vessel and office-based teams. ### Lot Information Lot 1 CFL operates fleet of vessels and is responsible for ensuring compliance with international marine fuel regulations which is currently being carried out on an ad-hoc basis. CFL requires testing of vessel fuel oil (marine gas oil) to ensure ongoing and verifiable compliance with the latest applicable legislative standards, including but not limited to MARPOL Annex VI, the EU Sulphur Directive, Sulphur Emission Control Area (ECA) requirements, and any other international or regional environmental regulations. The objective is to confirm fuel quality, prevent machinery defects, and avoid non-compliance penalties. Renewal: 2 x 12 Months Extension Options ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537191 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 19 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | August 2029 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | £200,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED | | Locality | GOUROCK | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA19 1QP | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire | | Local authority | Inverclyde | | Electoral ward | Inverclyde West | | Westminster constituency | Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services - 71610000 - Composition and purity testing and analysis services - 71632000 - Technical testing services ## Release History - 18 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537191 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537191 Fuel Oil Testing - CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is seeking to award a Framework Agreement for Fuel Oil Testing. This requirement forms part of CFL's commitment to ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and costeffective service delivery across its marine operations. The successful supplier will be expected to provide a reliable, consistent, and compliant fuel oil testing service that supports both vessel and office-based teams. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.calmac.co.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/309471070198BCF670A9 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000807546. 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