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03 Jul 2026 at 13:01

Summary of the contracting process

Albyn Housing Society Limited, a Registered Social Landlord based in Ross-shire, is actively seeking suitably qualified suppliers for a series of overhaul and refurbishment works under its 2026/27 planned programme. This open procurement, classified under the CPV code 45453000, involves works across four primary lots including replacement of external doors, windows, and heating systems in various locations within the Highlands, such as North and Easter Ross and Inverness. The tender is currently at the active stage, with submissions closing on 4th August 2026. The programme is set to commence immediately on award, with primary list completions expected by 31st March 2027 and potential extensions into 2027-28. Details on community benefits and other requirements are outlined in the tender documentation.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in installation of doors, windows, and heating systems, offering an avenue to expand their portfolio within the Highlands region. With a procurement method designed for openness and the emphasis equally placed on quality and pricing in the award criteria, businesses that can provide high-quality, economically viable solutions stand to benefit the most. Enterprises that can handle large-volume contracts and have a proven track record in refurbishment works, particularly in maintaining the integrity of listed buildings or integrating advanced heating systems, will find this an attractive proposition for growth and long-term partnership with a well-regarded social landlord.

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Notice Title

Planned Programme Works - July 2026

Notice Description

Albyn requires suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to undertake works under our 2026/27 planned programme activity across the 5No. Lots comprising Lot 1 - External Doors and Windows - North and Easter Ross; Lot 2 - Doors and windows - Inverness and South; Lot 3 - Doors and windows - Listed Properties; and Lot 4 - Heating System Replacements - Dimplex Quantum. Full details of the requirements, alongside property details can be found within the respective lot specification documents.

Lot Information

External Doors and Windows - North and Easter Ross

Albyn requires a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to supply and install replacement external doors and windows at various properties across the North and Easter Ross. Additional information: Please ensure that you have carefully and comprehensively read all of the attached tender documents.

Renewal: The primary list properties shall be completed by 31st March 2027, however the contract will continue into 2027-28 for secondary reserve lists, with the expectation of all primary list properties being complete by 30th September 2027 with an option for extension for any reserve properties.

Doors and windows - Inverness and South

Albyn requires a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to supply and install replacement external doors and windows at various properties across Inverness and the South (Aviemore; Nairn etc.). Additional information: Please ensure that you have carefully and comprehensively read all of the attached tender documents.

Renewal: The primary list properties shall be completed by 31st March 2027, however the contract will continue into 2027-28 for secondary reserve lists, with the expectation of all primary list properties being complete by 30th September 2027 with an option for extension for any reserve properties.

External doors and windows - Listed Properties

Albyn requires a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to supply and install replacement timber windows at B Listed properties at Mackenzie Gardens, Conon Bridge and High Street/ Clyde Street, Invergordon. Windows must be direct replicas of existing provisions and subject to Listed Building Consent and any further heritage guidance regarding their replacement. Works will be dependent on Listed Building Consents being successfully granted, with no windows ordered or work programmes agreed until receipt of the necessary consents. Permissions will be obtained by Albyn. Additional information: Please ensure that you have carefully and comprehensively read all of the attached tender documents.

Heating System Replacements - Dimplex Quantum

Albyn requires a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to undertake the safe removal and disposal of existing heating and hot water systems within identified properties, including all associated equipment, wiring, pipework, and controls. This shall be followed by the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of new electric heating systems incorporating Dimplex Quantum heaters and new hot water cylinders, together with all necessary electrical, plumbing, controls, ancillary works, and making good required to deliver a fully operational system. Additional information: Please ensure that you have carefully and comprehensively read all of the attached tender documents.

Renewal: The primary list properties shall be completed by 31st March 2027, however the contract will continue into 2027-28 for secondary reserve lists, with the expectation of all primary list properties being complete by 30th September 2027 with an option for extension for any reserve properties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c37d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062817-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

45232141 - Heating works

45315000 - Electrical installation work of heating and other electrical building-equipment

45331000 - Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning installation work

45331100 - Central-heating installation work

45421100 - Installation of doors and windows and related components

45421110 - Installation of door and window frames

45421112 - Installation of window frames

45421130 - Installation of doors and windows

45421132 - Installation of windows

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 20263 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
ALBYN HOUSING SOCIETY LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROSS-SHIRE
Postcode
IV18 0DL
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
Cromarty Firth
Westminster Constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

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