Planning

Helensburgh, Cardross, Dumbarton Cyclepath Active Travel Route - Phase 3: Developed & Technical Design

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Planning

16 Dec 2025 at 16:47

Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council is preparing for the planned procurement of design consultancy services for the Helensburgh, Cardross, Dumbarton Cyclepath Active Travel Route - Phase 3: Developed & Technical Design. This project falls under the services category, specifically focusing on transport systems consultancy. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice expected on 22nd December 2025. The project's geographical focus is in the regions of Helensburgh, Cardross, and Dumbarton within the UKM81 area, highlighting an opportunity for businesses involved in regional and technical design consultancy services. This offers companies the chance to partner with a regional authority committed to infrastructure development.

The procurement presents business growth opportunities for firms specialising in transport systems consultancy and design services, particularly those with experience in active travel route projects. Companies can leverage this tender to enter or expand within the local government procurement space. Competitors well-versed in developing and delivering technical designs for transportation infrastructure may find their skills well-aligned with the project requirements. Engaging in this tender could enhance business visibility and foster lasting partnerships with regional authorities, driving both immediate and future growth potential.

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Notice Title

Helensburgh, Cardross, Dumbarton Cyclepath Active Travel Route - Phase 3: Developed & Technical Design

Notice Description

Helensburgh, Cardross, Dumbarton Cyclepath Active Travel Route - Phase 3: Developed & Technical Design

Lot Information

Lot 1

Helensburgh, Cardross, Dumbarton Cyclepath Active Travel Route - Phase 3: Developed & Technical Design

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f728
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083546-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Elaine Appleby
Contact Email
elaine.appleby@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1586555232

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
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
TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

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