Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
North West Mull Community Woodland Limited
Penmore Mill, Penmore
Tobermory
PA75 6QS
Telephone
+44 7377188467
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM63 - Lochaber, Skye & Lochalsh, Arran & Cumbrae and Argyll & Bute
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA16303
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Other type
Community-controlled charity and development trust
one.5) Main activity
Other activity
Community development and infrastructure.
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Construction and Supply of Workboat Landing Craft for the Isle of Ulva
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 34512000 - Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods
two.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
two.1.4) Short description
North West Mull Community Woodland Company (NWMCWC) potentially requires the design, build and delivery of a new workboat landing craft to serve the Isle of Ulva. The vessel will provide resilient freight and vehicle transport capacity between Ulva, Mull, and nearby isles, supporting community infrastructure and local enterprises. The craft must be designed to operate in coastal waters with a bow ramp for vehicle and cargo loading.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 34512000 - Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM63 - Lochaber, Skye & Lochalsh, Arran & Cumbrae and Argyll & Bute
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NWMCWC intends to procure a new workboat landing craft of approximately 11.6 metres in length, to be designed and certified under the MCA Workboat Code Edition 3. The vessel will provide freight and vehicle transport between the Isle of Ulva, Mull and nearby isles, with a bow ramp for loading vehicles, plant, livestock and cargo. The craft must be capable of regular coastal crossings, meet all relevant UK maritime regulatory requirements, and include a warranty and aftercare package. Delivery and certification must be completed no later than 31 March 2026.
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
1 October 2025
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
List and brief description of selection criteria
Economic and financial standing, technical and professional ability – as stated in the procurement documents.
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
List and brief description of selection criteria
Economic and financial standing, technical and professional ability – as stated in the procurement documents.
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required
Economic and financial standing, technical and professional ability – as stated in the procurement documents.
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.5) Scheduled date for start of award procedures
2 October 2025
Section six. Complementary information
six.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
six.3) Additional information
To register interest in this notice and obtain further information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland website.
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=807685.
(SC Ref:807685)
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Oban Sheriff Court
Albany St
Oban
PA34 4AL
Country
United Kingdom