Mull Vessel Concept Design
About This Opportunity
This is a consulting contract in the architecture and engineering and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Architectural Design. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 250,000. Proposals must be submitted before June 25, 2026.
Published through Public Contracts Scotland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for consulting in the architecture and engineering sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
CMAL require to appoint a Naval Architect to assist with the concept design development for a New Mull Vessel, capable of operating primarily between Oban and Craignure on Mull.
CMAL requires a design consultancy to assist with the in-depth evaluation, feasibility studies and in-depth concept design of a Ro-Pax vessel. This will include developing general arrangement drawings and associated plans/ specifications that would allow shipyards to tender for the detailed design and build of the new vessel type on a fixed price basis whilst eliminating design, construction and operating risks for CMAL or the vessels’ charterers.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from Public Contracts Scotland and was originally published on May 20, 2026. Last refreshed 1 day ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (Utility)
Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (Utility) has issued 94 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 45 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Architecture & Engineering Services, Construction & Civil Works, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via Public Contracts Scotland and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: May 20, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
What type of contract is this?
This is a Consulting contract in the Architecture & Engineering Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
What is the estimated budget?
The estimated contract value is Up to £250,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit Public Contracts Scotland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is June 25, 2026. You have 34 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (Utility) in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
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