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title: "MV Cosmos Charter for Islay Deferred Set Deliveries"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000836331"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-03"
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# MV Cosmos Charter for Islay Deferred Set Deliveries

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000836331

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## Summary

Argyll and Bute Council has completed the procurement process for the "MV Cosmos Charter for Islay Deferred Set Deliveries" contract, focusing on transporting approximately 5000 tonnes of deferred set (cold asphalt) to the outer islands of Islay and Jura. The delivery will be made to Bruichladdich Pier and Craighouse Pier, utilising the MV Cosmos, uniquely equipped to handle such demands. The procurement belongs to the General Public Services category, with services being the primary procurement type. The process used was a limited award procedure without prior publication due to the unique suitability of the MV Cosmos. This contract, valued at £110,675, was awarded on 18 June 2026 and remains active.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in maritime transportation, particularly those equipped to manage substantial cargo deliveries to remote island locations. Companies with expertise in logistics and transport services, especially those familiar with the requirements of the West Coast's marine conditions and capable of operating vessels with onboard cranes, are well-suited to compete in such procurements. The involvement of Great Glen Shipping Company Ltd as the supplier highlights the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to secure lucrative contracts through niche capabilities and technical specialisation. This specialised service, leveraging limited competition, underscores the importance of maintaining unique resources and skills in the maritime industry.

## Notice

Delivery of approximately 5000T of deferred set (cold asphalt) to outer Islands (Islay & Jura) at Bruichladdich Pier and Craighouse Pier. MV Cosmos has capacity to transport approximately 800T per movement based on current draft conditions at both piers. The MV Cosmos offers the only viable transportation option due to limited space other third party vessels.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Delivery of approximately 5000T of deferred set (cold asphalt) to outer Islands (Islay & Jura) at Bruichladdich Pier and Craighouse Pier.

### Procurement Information

This is the only vessel on the West Coast with sufficient size with an onboard crane. Crucially, this will allow for discharge at Bruichladdich jetty and Craighouse Pier. This is the same vessel used by a private firm to deliver salt to Islay and Oban wherein there is no permanent shoreside crane available.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559352 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jun 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 | £110,675 |

## 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 | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GREAT GLEN SHIPPING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63726400 - Ship chartering services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559352

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559352
  MV Cosmos Charter for Islay Deferred Set Deliveries - Delivery of approximately 5000T of deferred set (cold asphalt) to outer Islands (Islay & Jura) at Bruichladdich Pier and Craighouse Pier. MV Cosmos has capacity to transport approximately 800T per movement based on current draft conditions at both piers. The MV Cosmos offers the only viable transportation option due to limited space other third party vessels.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000836331

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