Tender

DIHD24007 - Meiklefield Ph2 - New Build Development.

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Jan 2026 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Highland Council is inviting tenders for the "DIHD24007 - Meiklefield Ph2 - New Build Development," a construction project located at Meiklefield Road, Dingwall, Scotland (IV15 9TA). This open procurement process is categorized under construction work (CPV: 45000000) and involves the development of 34 new structures along with associated civil works. Interested bidders must note that the tender is currently active, with submissions to be completed electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland website by 19th February 2026, at 12:00 PM. The tender evaluations will focus on a cost-to-quality ratio of 80:20. Community benefits have been included, reflecting the broader societal impact of the development. The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement and facilitates electronic submissions.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction industry to expand their portfolio by participating in a substantial public sector project while contributing to community benefits. Companies with expertise in large-scale construction projects and the ability to meet the qualifications as outlined in the tender documentation will be particularly well-suited for this opportunity. The Highland Council, acting as the buyer, encourages the participation of qualified suppliers who can meet both the quality and cost criteria specified in the tender evaluation process. Additionally, firms capable of efficiently managing document submissions through the electronic platform will find this project beneficial for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DIHD24007 - Meiklefield Ph2 - New Build Development.

Notice Description

34no New build development & associated civils works.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Open Tender 80 Cost/ 20 Quality Tender evaluation split.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0606b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003512-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 20261 months to go
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
THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Marcus Bramley
Contact Email
marcus.bramley@highland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7752210087

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

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