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24 Jun 2026 at 11:21

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09 Jun 2026 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Smith Quay Extension - Professional Services Contract, managed by Peterhead Port Authority, is currently at the tender stage. This procurement falls under the services category and involves construction project management services. The location of the project is Smith Quay, Peterhead, UK, specifically at AB42 1DW. Amendments have adjusted key dates, moving the submission deadline to 13th July 2026 at 11:00 AM, with the opening of tenders occurring at 12:00 PM on the same day. The method of procurement is an open procedure, ensuring transparency and accessibility for potential bidders.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in construction management, particularly those with experience in marine construction. The Consultant required must provide project management and supervisory services for a GBP 30 million quay extension, including complex marine infrastructure. Companies with a robust track record in managing large-scale engineering projects and possessing certifications like ISO9001, ISO45001, and ISO14001 are well-suited for this tender. The contract offers a potential duration of 840 days, with provision for continuation if project delays occur, making this a lucrative opportunity for firms aiming to expand their portfolio in port-related construction projects.

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Notice Title

Smith Quay Extension - Professional Services Contract

Notice Description

Peterhead Port Authority are seeking to engage a Consultant to Project Manage and Supervise the construction of a 30 million GBP extension to Smith Quay.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The scope of the Professional Services relating to the Works, includes provision of Project Manager NEC4 and Supervising Engineer NEC4 services. The Works valued at 30 million GBP involve the construction of an 83m extension to the existing 120m long Smith Quay along with a Mooring dolphin, 10000m2 of concrete paved laydown areas and associated site infrastructure and quayside furniture. Peterhead Port Authority have engaged NIRAS to develop and complete the design and McLaughlan & Harvey Limited has been engaged under the SCAPE Scotland Utilities Framework Agreement framework to provide early contractor input during the design stage and are expected to be confirmed to deliver the works under the SCAPE Agreement.

Renewal: In the event that the construction works are delayed, the scope of the Professional Services will continue until the final completion of the Works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b0df
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059371-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71541000 - Construction project management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PETERHEAD PORT AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PETERHEAD
Postcode
AB42 1DW
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland

Local Authority
Aberdeenshire
Electoral Ward
Peterhead North and Rattray
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeenshire North and Moray East

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