Provision of Additional Bow Thruster MV Varagen
The current MV Varagen bow thruster is powered solely by the starboard main engine. Consequently, the loss of this engine during maneuvering leaves the vessel with only the port main engine and no thruster capability. The proposal is to power a second bow thruster from the port main engine to increase redundancy and improve maneuverability in adverse weather conditions. The contract will require the supplier to design and submit proposals to Lloyds Register (LR) for approval with assistance from owner. Supply the r...
Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Value
£270,000
Published
19 Feb 2026
Closes
23 Mar 2026
Procurement details
Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Region
United Kingdom
Procurement method
Open
Category
Services
Contract starts
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Contract ends
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CPV classifications
50241200
Ferry repair services
Lots
Lot 1 Provision of Additional Bow Thruster MV Varagen
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The current MV Varagen bow thruster is powered solely by the starboard main engine. Consequently, the loss of this engine during maneuvering leaves the vessel with only the port main engine and no thruster capability. The proposal is to power a second bow thruster from the port main engine to increase redundancy and improve maneuverability in adverse weather...
Delivery: Orkney Islands
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The current MV Varagen bow thruster is powered solely by the starboard main engine. Consequently, the loss of this engine during maneuvering leaves the vessel with only the port main engine and no thruster capability. The proposal is to pow...
Contract notice · Web page
Invitation to Tender
19 Feb 2026
Word document
Compliance Statement
19 Feb 2026
Word document
Structure & Format of Proposal
19 Feb 2026
Word document
Price Schedule
19 Feb 2026
Word document
Varagen Shell Expansion
19 Feb 2026
MACDUFF Ship Design
19 Feb 2026
Engine Room 1
19 Feb 2026
Engine Room 2
19 Feb 2026
Engine Room 3
19 Feb 2026
Chain locker LTU
19 Feb 2026
Hydraulic Pipe Leads
19 Feb 2026
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