--- title: "Provision of 2026 Refit Services MV Nordic Sea" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000819404" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819404" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819404.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819404.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-13" --- # Provision of 2026 Refit Services MV Nordic Sea Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000819404 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819404) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819404.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Provision of 2026 Refit Services MV Nordic Sea" was initiated by Orkney Islands Council, a regional authority based in Kirkwall, UK. This contract, focused on the maintenance and repair services of the vessel MV Nordic Sea, falls under the industry category of general public services and transportation. The process was conducted using an open procurement method, with an award notice dated 13 March 2026 following the completion of refit services from 9 March to 25 March 2026. The procurement has progressed to completion, with Bill Mackie Engineering Ltd, an SME located in Peterhead, securing the contract valued at £75,632.60 GBP. The entire process adhered to an open procedure format. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses capable of delivering specialised vessel refit services. Companies with expertise in engineering and ship repair, particularly SMEs skilled in compliance with regional transport standards, would have been well-suited to compete. The successful supplier, Bill Mackie Engineering Ltd, illustrates the chance for SMEs to secure substantial government contracts, fostering business expansion within the marine services sector. Businesses should be prepared to meet strict timelines and technical requirements set out by authorities like Orkney Islands Council, enhancing their chances of future contract awards in similar high-value procurement processes. ## Notice 2026 Vessel refit services of MV Nordic Sea with repairs to commence on 9 March 2026 and to be completed by 25 March 2026 ### Lot Information Lot 1 The 2026 Vessel refit services of MV Nordic Sea with repairs to commence on 9th March 2026 and to be completed by 25th March 2026. All items required are noted within the specification included in the attached documentation. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551692 | | 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 | 13 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 27 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | 9 Mar 2026 - 25 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | January 2027 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | Lots value | £100,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £75,632 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL | | 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 | TLM65 Orkney Islands | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | BILL MACKIE ENGINEERING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50241200 - Ferry repair services ## Release History - 13 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551692 - 7 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546701 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN546701&idx=1 8th January 2026 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN546701&idx=5 8th January 2026 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN546701&idx=2 7th January 2026 - Compliance Statement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN546701&idx=3 7th January 2026 - Structure and Format of Proposal - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN546701&idx=4 7th January 2026 - Price Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546701 Provision of 2026 Refit Services MV Nordic Sea - 2026 Vessel refit services of MV Nordic Sea with repairs to commence on 9 March 2026 and to be completed by 25 March 2026 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551692 Provision of 2026 Refit Services MV Nordic Sea - 2026 Vessel refit services of MV Nordic Sea with repairs to commence on 9 March 2026 and to be completed by 25 March 2026 ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.orkney.gov.uk - http://www.orkneyharbours.com - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819404 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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