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title: "Operational Vessel (Boat)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000837728"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH CANALS"
published: "2026-07-17"
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# Operational Vessel (Boat)

Buyer: SCOTTISH CANALS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000837728

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## Summary

Scottish Canals has initiated a tender process to procure operational vessels, specifically boats, to facilitate the monitoring and maintenance of canals from the water. Located in Glasgow, the buyer organisation is seeking to acquire three operational boats, each with capacity for four people and necessary equipment. The procurement falls under the industry category of goods with a focus on maritime vessels. The delivery location for these boats is Fort Augustus, and the procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for 3rd August 2026 at noon. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, designed to enable fair competition.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses experienced in manufacturing or supplying maritime vessels and related equipment. Organisations that can supply durable and reliable operational boats with options for extended warranties, servicing, and spare parts are likely well-suited to compete. Additionally, companies able to meet the electronic submission requirements and deadlines outlined will find this tender particularly beneficial. As the contract period extends from August 2026 to August 2027, with potential renewals, businesses have the opportunity to secure long-term involvement with Scottish Canals, thereby fostering business growth and development in the public procurement sector.

## Notice

Operational boat to allow staff to monitor and carry out maintenance of the canals from the water.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Scottish Canals is looking to procure 3 operational boats and trailers. The boats are to seat 4 people and have room for equipment. The boats are to be used for the inspection and maintenance of the canals from the waterside.

Options: Extended warranty period, additional vessels, servicing and spare parts

Renewal: There is an option for an extended warranty period, procurement of spares and potential servicing of the boats. If this option is added the contract end date will align with the life spa of the boats for the procurement of spare. parts.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560376 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Aug 2026 - 9 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| 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 | SCOTTISH CANALS |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G4 9SP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Canal |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34520000 - Boats

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560376

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560376
  Operational Vessel (Boat) - Operational boat to allow staff to monitor and carry out maintenance of the canals from the water.

## Notice URLs

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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=837728
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## Provenance

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