​​Examination, testing and certification of lifting equipment, associated lifting accessories and cargo securing arrangements​

​​CFL operates a fleet which currently consists of 36 ferries on the West Coast of Scotland and there will be an increase in our fleet within the next few years. To enable our ferries to provide an everyday life-line service they must be maintained to meet legislative requirements verified by stringent external bodies and codes of practice. ​CFL is seeking to award a contract to a supplier who has the capability to ensure lifting equipment, lifting accessories and cargo securing arrangements within the fleet are inspected, tested and certified to ensure safety and operational reliability. ​​CFL vessels operate on the west coast of Scotland and are maintained in shipyards throughout the UK, therefore the supplier must be prepared to travel to provide the service required. ​​​​The strategic objective is firstly to have formal Contract with single supplier to provide: ​- Annual inspection of all lifting equipment and accessories. ​- Five (5) year thorough examination and testing of all lifting equipment and accessories. ​- Inspection and testing of cargo securing arrangements. ​- Maintain lifting equipment register and tagging system. - ​Maintain cargo securing equipment register. ​- Disposal of condemned equipment. ​​​- Offer best value for money. Please note it is a mandatory requirement bidder has similar previous experience, good knowledge of CFL’s locations and LEEA qualified engineers, and certified in LOLER inspection and testing and able to meet all the requirements detailed in Section III.1.3 Technical & Professional Ability of this Contract Notice.