Tender

Invitation To Tender for the Restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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14 Nov 2025 at 11:36

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13 Nov 2025 at 11:28

Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council has issued an Invitation to Tender for the restoration of the historic St Magnus Cathedral Organ in Kirkwall, Orkney. This procurement process, categorized under the industry of repair and maintenance services of musical instruments, falls within the services procurement category. The deadline for submission of tenders has been extended to 31 March 2026 at 12:00 PM, with the tender update focusing on allowing more time for interested parties to prepare. The procurement is currently at the tender stage and follows an open procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive bidding environment. The estimated contract value is £500,000, providing ample opportunity for businesses specializing in such restoration work.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies with expertise in the restoration and maintenance of musical organs. Firms experienced in cultural and religious heritage projects, specifically those that have previously worked on similar restoration initiatives, will find this opportunity fitting. Given the open procedure, a wide range of businesses can compete by showcasing their quality and price criteria, which account for 80% and 20% of the evaluation respectively. This project not only promises a rewarding financial contract but also the chance for businesses to enhance their portfolio with a prestigious heritage restoration project.

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Notice Title

Invitation To Tender for the Restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council seeks a suitably qualified and experienced provider to support the restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ, Kirkwall, Orkney.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Orkney Islands Council seeks a suitably qualified and experienced provider to support and lead in the restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ, Kirkwall, Orkney.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e042
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073907-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

37311300 - Musical organs

45454100 - Restoration work

50860000 - Repair and maintenance services of musical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 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
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Dominic Wilson
Contact Email
dominic.wilson@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01856873535

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
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
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

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