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Proposed 25 House Development at Coplands Road Stromness

Orkney Islands Council

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17 Dec 2025 at 11:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Orkney Islands Council involves the construction of a 25-house development at Coplands Road, Stromness. Classified under construction work, the tender process currently stands active, with submissions due by 12:00 on 23 January 2026. The procurement method utilises a restricted procedure, allowing for a selective approach in tender submissions. Situated in the UKM65 region, the project's development spans two greenfield sites, divided into sites North and South, focusing on semi-detached bungalows. The estimated project value is £5,000,000, with a contract period lasting 660 days. An invitation to the second stage will be extended on 30 January 2026. This contract falls under works category with a procurement emphasis on quality and price, weighted at 20% and 80%, respectively.

This contracting opportunity presents substantial potential for business growth, particularly for construction companies experienced in housing developments. The tender invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors who can demonstrate expertise in sustainable building practices, given the community benefits requirements, which include fair work practices and climate consideration. Suppliers who excel in apprenticeship schemes and linking education initiatives will find this a favourable venture. With a focus on integrating services and infrastructure, companies skilled in landscaping, site planning, and multi-dwelling construction could competitively leverage their capabilities in this procurement. The electronic submission process facilitates efficient communication, offering streamlined opportunities for interested vendors to engage and expand their portfolios in the Orkney area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Proposed 25 House Development at Coplands Road Stromness

Notice Description

The works comprises the construction of a 25 House Development at Garson, Stromness. The Development is split over 2 adjacent serviced greenfield sites on Coplands Road. Site 1 - North comprises 2nr 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows and 7nr 1-bedroom semi-detached bungalows. Site 2 - South comprises 4nr 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows and 12nr 1-bedroom semi-detached bungalows.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The project comprises the construction of a 25 House Development at Garson, Stromness. The Development is split over 2 adjacent serviced greenfield sites on Coplands Road. Site 1 - North comprises 2nr 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows and 7nr 1-bedroom semi-detached bungalows. Site 2 - South comprises 4nr 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows and 12nr 1-bedroom semi-detached bungalows. The Contract will include obtaining approval from all required statutory bodies, including but not limited to local authority planning and building standards and utility/service provides, site works, boundary containment, landscaping, house construction and services within the curtilage of the sites. There will also be an element of external services and roads infrastructure, which includes forming new footpaths and integrating into existing roads infrastructure. Initial housing designs, site layouts, drainage and roads engineering has already been completed for the development which the Contractor will be required to adhere to. Additional information: Project subject to approval by Council including confirmation of external funding and meeting funding criteria.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f7a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083752-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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

45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Orkney Islands Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Postcode Area
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

Further Information

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