Refit of MRV Alba na Mara

This tender closed on 19 October 2026.

Buyer
Scottish Government
Value
Not published
Closed
19 October 2026
Where
Edinburgh
Type
Open tender

In plain English

The Scottish Government's Marine Directorate is looking for a contractor to carry out refitting work on their vessel, MRV Alba na Mara. This is a three-year programme of maintenance and upgrades to keep the ship operational.

What the buyer wants

• Provide specialist marine vessel refitting and maintenance services over a three-year period • Carry out repairs, upgrades, and modernisation work on a working research vessel • Manage projects to keep the vessel seaworthy and compliant with maritime regulations

Requirements

What could rule a small business out: Most small general contractors will be disqualified because this requires specialist marine engineering knowledge, access to shipyard facilities, and a proven history of major vessel refitting work that very few SMEs possess.

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