Tender

PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696)

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Mar 2026 at 15:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with East Ayrshire Council leading a project titled "PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington", located in UKM93, United Kingdom. This initiative falls under the industry category of building extension work, focusing on construction work for educational and leisure facilities. The contract is a Design and Build project valued at £29 million, aimed at extending and modernising Doon Academy, while addressing asbestos issues in existing structures. Interested parties must submit their bids electronically by 1st May 2026, with the second stage invitations scheduled for 26th June 2026. The procurement process follows a selective method under a restricted procedure, ensuring adherence to GPA guidelines.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction and engineering companies, particularly those specialising in educational infrastructure and leisure facilities. Businesses with expertise in refurbishment, asbestos removal, and building extensions will find this project a suitable fit. Success in this tender could enhance their portfolio through involvement in a high-profile community project, and allow them to contribute to various community benefits like work experience placements and local engagement. Furthermore, companies with proficient subcontractors in electrical, mechanical, and gas systems could gain competitive advantage. Meeting financial and certification criteria is crucial, fostering growth and business expansion within public sector collaborations.

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Notice Title

PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696)

Notice Description

The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067590
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028102-2026
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

45210000 - Building construction work

45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

45214220 - Secondary school construction work

45262800 - Building extension work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20264 weeks 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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