PS-22-70 - Kilmarnock Bus Station Refurbishment - Phase 3 (PRJ0012162-3)

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council has awarded a contract for the refurbishment of Kilmarnock Bus Station, specifically Phase 3 of the project, located at 20 Green Street, Kilmarnock. This is an external refurbishment and upgrade works contract under the industry category of general public services with a focus on construction works (CPV codes: 45213311, 45213314, 45000000). The procurement process utilised an open procedure, with the contract now in the award stage, having been signed on 13 October 2022. The project was initially tendered in June 2022, with a 32-week construction schedule planned. The contract value is approximately £2,123,835.74 and includes key partners such as W H Kirkwood Ltd as the supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those experienced in public infrastructure projects. Companies providing refurbishment and upgrade works can leverage this project to diversify their portfolio and enhance their market presence in the Scottish region. Firms specialising in specific subcontractor services associated with electrical, mechanical, gas, asbestos removal, and solar photovoltaic installations are also well-suited to engage in similar future projects. The use of an open procurement method suggests that the Council prefers wide market participation, encouraging both local and international EU entities to get involved. This facilitation of open competition not only supports business growth by increasing sector exposure but also fosters opportunities for establishing long-term partnerships with regional authorities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PS-22-70 - Kilmarnock Bus Station Refurbishment - Phase 3 (PRJ0012162-3)

Notice Description

Name: Kilmarnock Bus Station Refurbishment - Phase 3 Nature: External refurbishment and upgrade works Location: 20 Green Street, Kilmarnock. KA1 1JU. Timescale for construction work: 32 weeks (inclusive of all holidays)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Name: Kilmarnock Bus Station Refurbishment - Phase 3 Nature: External refurbishment and upgrade works Location: 20 Green Street, Kilmarnock. KA1 1JU. Timescale for construction work: 32 weeks (inclusive of all holidays)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000695642
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555029
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45210000 - Building construction work

45213311 - Bus station construction work

45213314 - Bus garage construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,123,835 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

W H KIRKWOOD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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