--- title: "Provision of ROV Training" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UHI NORTH,WEST AND HEBRIDES" published: "2026-01-26" --- # Provision of ROV Training Buyer: UHI NORTH,WEST AND HEBRIDES Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670.json) ## Summary The public procurement process is being undertaken by UHI North, West and Hebrides, targeting the educational industry category. The focus is on the "Provision of ROV Training" with planning currently underway. This procurement comprises designing and delivering a series of ROV courses adhering to industry standards. The procurement is set in the UKM region, with specific activities planned at the Fort William Campus. These training initiatives are intended to begin following a planned future notice date on 2nd March 2026. This process, governed by the GPA and adhering to legal standards outlined in CELEX 32014L0024, represents a service procurement category. The buyer is actively working towards ensuring all processes align with their strategic planning goals. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in the ROV and subsea training sector to expand their market presence. Companies with at least a decade of experience delivering industry-standard ROV training, accredited by IMCA, will be well-suited to compete. The tender offers opportunities to establish or enhance partnerships within the educational sector while addressing industry-specific professional development needs. Furthermore, businesses with access to skilled instructors and the requisite equipment, including ROV simulators, will find this procurement an excellent avenue for growth and showcasing their capability to deliver career-focused, learner-centric training programmes. ## Notice 4. Scope of Requirement UHI NWH intends to procure a supplier to design and deliver a range of ROV courses that meet the current and emerging needs of industry. The provider will be expected to deliver: - Courses fully compliant with relevant IMCA training requirements. - A comprehensive curriculum covering all core aspects of ROV operations, including system fundamentals, electronics, hydraulics, fiber optics, mechanical systems, fault-finding, troubleshooting, operational procedures, safety, launch and recovery, documentation, and reporting. - Delivery of both theoretical and practical training, incorporating simulator and realistic operational environments. - Hands-on opportunities to build operational competencies. 5. Student Preparation & Industry Engagement The selected provider will support learners with career readiness, employability skills, industry expectations, and pathways. Providers must have strong industry links enabling employer engagement, guest sessions, and connections for trainee placement or recruitment. 6. Supplier Requirements Interested providers should demonstrate: - Minimum 10-year proven experience delivering ROV and subsea training to recognised industry standards. - IMCA-aligned course delivery. - Access to competent instructors and where appropriate, ROV equipment and simulators - Strong and current industry partnerships. - Ability to deliver career-focused, learner-centred training. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548050 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 2 Mar 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UHI NORTH,WEST AND HEBRIDES | | Locality | THURSO | | Post town | Kirkwall | | Postcode | KW14 7EE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Thurso and Northwest Caithness | | Westminster constituency | Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross | | Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services - 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 63726620 - ROV services - 76000000 - Services related to the oil and gas industry - 77800000 - Aquaculture services ## Release History - 26 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548050 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548050 Provision of ROV Training - 4. Scope of Requirement UHI NWH intends to procure a supplier to design and deliver a range of ROV courses that meet the current and emerging needs of industry. The provider will be expected to deliver: - Courses fully compliant with relevant IMCA training requirements. - A comprehensive curriculum covering all core aspects of ROV operations, including system fundamentals, electronics, hydraulics, fiber optics, mechanical systems, fault-finding, troubleshooting, operational procedures, safety, launch and recovery, documentation, and reporting. - Delivery of both theoretical and practical training, incorporating simulator and realistic operational environments. - Hands-on opportunities to build operational competencies. 5. Student Preparation & Industry Engagement The selected provider will support learners with career readiness, employability skills, industry expectations, and pathways. Providers must have strong industry links enabling employer engagement, guest sessions, and connections for trainee placement or recruitment. 6. Supplier Requirements Interested providers should demonstrate: - Minimum 10-year proven experience delivering ROV and subsea training to recognised industry standards. - IMCA-aligned course delivery. - Access to competent instructors and where appropriate, ROV equipment and simulators - Strong and current industry partnerships. - Ability to deliver career-focused, learner-centred training. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=821670 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821670 ## 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-r6ebe6-0000821670. 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