---
title: "FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000830469"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "FERGUSON MARINE (PORT GLASGOW) LTD"
published: "2026-04-27"
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# FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation

Buyer: FERGUSON MARINE (PORT GLASGOW) LTD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000830469

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## Summary

Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Ltd, a central purchasing body based in Port Glasgow, is actively engaging in a tender process titled "FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation" under the industry category of Shipbuilding. This procurement is aimed at conducting critical ground investigation work preceding potential yard transformation efforts. Located in region UKM83, the tender follows an open procedure, inviting electronic submissions until 27th May 2026 at 11:30 AM. The contract award will commence shortly thereafter, with the bid opening scheduled for the same day at 12:00 PM. The procurement falls under the works category, offering a substantial opportunity in yard transformation ground investigation, with a contract duration of 720 days and an option for renewal through two additional 12-month extensions.

This tender presents attractive business growth potential, particularly for companies specialising in ground investigation or possessing technical expertise in shipbuilding projects. Businesses with a strong focus on technical and quality work, especially those skilled in site investigations, are well-suited to compete due to the award criteria prioritising technical quality over price with a 60-40 split. Given the project's significant scope, organisations aiming to establish a long-term presence or expand their footprint within the Scottish shipbuilding infrastructure would find this an opportune moment. Electronic ordering and payment methodologies are enabled, fostering streamlined processes for contract engagement, making it essential for interested parties to prepare robust electronic submissions well in advance.

## Notice

FMPG requires Ground Investigation work ahead of potential yard transformation works.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

FMPG requires various site ground investigation work to establish suitability for a potential yard transformation. Please note Appendix D will be sent separately due to the file size. Please contact procurement@fergusonmarine.com to access.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extentions will be applicable.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554692 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FERGUSON MARINE (PORT GLASGOW) LTD |
| Locality | PORT GLASGOW |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA14 5NG |
| 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 East Central |
| Westminster constituency | Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West |
| Delivery location | TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111250 - Ground investigation work

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554692

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554692
  FMPG-2026-020 Ground Investigation - FMPG requires Ground Investigation work ahead of potential yard transformation works.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.fergusonmarine.com
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=830469
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830469
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=830469

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