---
title: "MV Eilean Dhiura 2026 annual dry docking"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000817631"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-22"
---

# MV Eilean Dhiura 2026 annual dry docking

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000817631

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## Summary

Argyll and Bute Council, located in Lochgilphead, has recently completed a procurement process for drydocking services titled "MV Eilean Dhiura 2026 annual dry docking". This procurement falls under the "General public services" category and involves services to be delivered in Argyll and Bute. The tender was conducted using an open procedure starting on 4th December 2025, with the submission deadline concluding at midday on 5th January 2026. The contract was awarded to Mallaig Boatyard Ltd on 13th January 2026, worth £48,161, with the procurement stage now in the Award phase.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the maritime services sector, particularly those specialising in drydock maintenance and repairs. The open procurement method is suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as demonstrated by the successful bid from Mallaig Boatyard Ltd. The focus on electronic submissions aligns with modern business practices, facilitating efficient participation. Businesses equipped to provide similar services might consider preparing for future tenders released by Argyll and Bute Council, especially given the council's commitment to regular ferry service maintenance.

## Notice

Drydocking services to be provided in April 2026.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council requires to tender for the annual dry-docking repair and maintenance services for the vehicle ferry, MV Eilean Dhiura.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547804 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £48,161 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL |
| Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA31 8RT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Argyll and Bute |
| Electoral ward | Mid Argyll |
| Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MALLAIG BOATYARD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50246100 - Dry-docking services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547804
- 4 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544928

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544928&idx=1
  4th December 2025 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544928&idx=2
  4th December 2025 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544928&idx=3
  4th December 2025 - Quotation summary
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544928&idx=4
  4th December 2025 - Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544928
  MV Eilean Dhiura 2026 annual dry docking - Drydocking services to be provided in April 2026.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547804
  MV Eilean Dhiura 2026 annual dry docking - Drydocking services to be provided in April 2026.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817631

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