---
title: "Mull Vessel Concept Design"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000832515"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "CALEDONIAN MARITIME ASSETS LTD (UTILITY)"
published: "2026-06-24"
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# Mull Vessel Concept Design

Buyer: CALEDONIAN MARITIME ASSETS LTD (UTILITY)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000832515

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## Summary

Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd, located in Port Glasgow, has initiated a tender process for the concept design of a new vessel intended for service between Oban and Craignure on Mull. This procurement falls under the services industry category and involves the expertise of a Naval Architect. The procurement stage is currently in the tender update phase, with a recent amendment extending the deadline for submissions to 26 June 2026 at noon. The procurement method is an open procedure, offering opportunities for eligible firms to bid electronically.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for design consultancy firms specialising in maritime architecture, particularly those experienced in developing concept designs for Ro-Pax vessels. Given the project's scope, including general arrangement drawings and feasibility studies, firms with a strong track record in risk mitigation during vessel design and construction will be well-suited to compete. The total contract value is estimated at £250,000, providing a substantial project for firms aiming to expand their portfolio within the UK maritime sector. The contract allows for potential extensions, accommodating further business development and collaboration opportunities.

## Notice

CMAL require to appoint a Naval Architect to assist with the concept design development for a New Mull Vessel, capable of operating primarily between Oban and Craignure on Mull.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

CMAL requires a design consultancy to assist with the in-depth evaluation, feasibility studies and in-depth concept design of a Ro-Pax vessel. This will include developing general arrangement drawings and associated plans/ specifications that would allow shipyards to tender for the detailed design and build of the new vessel type on a fixed price basis whilst eliminating design, construction and operating risks for CMAL or the vessels' charterers.

Renewal: Option to extend by 2 periods of 6 months each

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558680 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| 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 | CALEDONIAN MARITIME ASSETS LTD (UTILITY) |
| Locality | PORT GLASGOW |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA14 5EQ |
| 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

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79415200 - Design consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558680
- 20 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556272

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556272
  Mull Vessel Concept Design - CMAL require to appoint a Naval Architect to assist with the concept design development for a New Mull Vessel, capable of operating primarily between Oban and Craignure on Mull.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.cmassets.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-r6ebe6-0000832515

## Provenance

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