Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
UHI North,West and Hebrides
Ormlie Road
Thurso
KW14 7EE
UK
Contact person: Julie Fraser
Telephone: +44 1847889000
E-mail: jfraser@apuc-scot.ac.uk
NUTS: UKM
Internet address(es)
Main address: http://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30654
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Education
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Provision of ROV Training
Reference number: CS-NWH-41096
II.1.2) Main CPV code
63726620
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
4. Scope of Requirement
UHI NWH intends to procure a supplier to design and deliver a range of ROV courses that meet the current and emerging needs of industry. The provider will be expected to deliver:
- Courses fully compliant with relevant IMCA training requirements.
- A comprehensive curriculum covering all core aspects of ROV operations, including system fundamentals, electronics, hydraulics, fiber optics, mechanical systems, fault‑finding, troubleshooting, operational procedures, safety, launch and recovery, documentation, and reporting.
- Delivery of both theoretical and practical training, incorporating simulator and realistic operational environments.
- Hands‑on opportunities to build operational competencies.
5. Student Preparation & Industry Engagement
The selected provider will support learners with career readiness, employability skills, industry expectations, and pathways. Providers must have strong industry links enabling employer engagement, guest sessions, and connections for trainee placement or recruitment.
6. Supplier Requirements
Interested providers should demonstrate:
- Minimum 10-year proven experience delivering ROV and subsea training to recognised industry standards.
- IMCA‑aligned course delivery.
- Access to competent instructors and where appropriate, ROV equipment and simulators - Strong and current industry partnerships.
- Ability to deliver career‑focused, learner‑centred training.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
77800000
76000000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM6
Main site or place of performance:
UHI North, West and Hebrides Fort William Campus
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Provision of ROV Training
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
02/03/2026
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
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=821670.
(SC Ref:821670)
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
26/01/2026