Tender

PS-25-143 - Stewarton Acad - Alterations, Extension and Refurbishment (PRJ0013254)

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The East Ayrshire Council is overseeing a procurement process for a project titled "PS-25-143 - Stewarton Acad - Alterations, Extension and Refurbishment (PRJ0013254)." This tender falls under the industry category of construction work specifically related to education and research buildings, classified with CPV code 45214000. Located in Kilmarnock, United Kingdom (region UKM93), the tender involves structural alterations, extensions, and refurbishments at Stewarton Academy, including new workshops, science labs, and multipurpose halls. Key dates include an amended submission deadline extended to 2nd September 2025, with an invitation for tenderers planned on 6th October 2025. The procurement is currently in the tender stage and follows a restricted procedure, employing electronic submissions.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and facilities development. Companies with expertise in educational facilities can thrive, especially those able to provide innovative and sustainable solutions aligned with modern learning environments. The requirements include various subcontractors with certifications in electrical, mechanical, gas installations, asbestos removal, and solar photovoltaic systems. Businesses meeting these criteria can expand their portfolios by contributing to community benefit initiatives, including work experience, employment opportunities, and engagement projects. The project demands a credit score assessment and the assurance of adequate financial standing, which makes it ideal for established firms in the construction sector looking to enhance their regional presence and operational scope.

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Notice Title

PS-25-143 - Stewarton Acad - Alterations, Extension and Refurbishment (PRJ0013254)

Notice Description

The project proposes to deliver a New Extension to the existing school building to provide new technical workshops and design studios for the technical department, science labs and a multipurpose hall. Alterations to the existing school will act as links to the extension and provide WC & changing rooms. Refurbishment to the existing Dining Area, Library, Technical Department, Science Department and Modern Languages Department in the existing building will provide SLC classrooms, improved dining space with additional functions, and increase the capacity for the other school departments to allow for a growing school roll and extend the school's useful life, provide fit for purpose, modern learning environments. A lift will be provided and some additional parking with the formation of a new car park. As well as some external works to meet biodiversity goals.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The project proposes to deliver a New Extension to the existing school building to provide new technical workshops and design studios for the technical department, science labs and a multipurpose hall. Alterations to the existing school will act as links to the extension and provide WC & changing rooms. Refurbishment to the existing Dining Area, Library, Technical Department, Science Department and Modern Languages Department in the existing building will provide SLC classrooms, improved dining space with additional functions, and increase the capacity for the other school departments to allow for a growing school roll and extend the school's useful life, provide fit for purpose, modern learning environments. A lift will be provided and some additional parking with the formation of a new car park. As well as some external works to meet biodiversity goals.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05654c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050285-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45210000 - Building construction work

45214000 - Construction work for buildings relating to education and research

45262800 - Building extension work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
David Shields
Contact Email
david.shields@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1563576000

Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

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