CAL21012 Broadford Primary School - New School

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Apr 2026 at 13:23

Award

27 Apr 2026 at 13:21

Tender

28 Oct 2024 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Highland Council is overseeing the redevelopment of the Broadford Primary School on the Isle of Skye, with the project classified under the construction work industry category. This initiative involves constructing the new school on Council-owned land adjacent to the existing site, featuring Passivhaus design principles in line with Scottish energy goals. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract being actively executed by Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure Ltd, valued at £19,457,522.18. Notably, the project includes community-centric facilities such as a library and a games hall, which will integrate into the Broadford Community Campus. The Broadford redevelopment is complete, and a similar project is under consideration for Dunvegan, with approval pending. These developments offer strategic opportunities for construction businesses, especially those skilled in sustainable building practices, given the potential for subsequent projects. Key deadlines included the tender period ending in November 2024.

This project provides extensive growth prospects for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those specialising in sustainable and energy-efficient designs. The adoption of Passivhaus methodologies emphasises a demand for innovative, environmentally conscious building solutions, presenting an enticing opportunity for companies focusing on green construction technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with competencies in local community engagement and sustainable construction methods stand to benefit greatly. Given the possibility of further tenders, such as the proposed Dunvegan Primary School project, companies demonstrating competitive pricing and quality workmanship during the Broadford project may secure additional contracts, thereby expanding their presence in the regional construction market.

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Notice Title

CAL21012 Broadford Primary School - New School

Notice Description

The Highland Council (THC) is re-developing the primary school at Broadford, Isle of Skye. The new Broadford Primary School (PS) will be built on Highland Council land adjoining the existing school site, and will follow Passivhaus design methods to aid meeting Scottish Government energy targets.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b1d5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038086-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,457,522 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 5NX
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MORGAN SINDALL CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE

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