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PSC - Slugain Burn Restoration Design

THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Highland Council initiated a procurement process for the "PSC - Slugain Burn Restoration Design" project, reflecting the organisation's strategic vision for floodplain restoration in Inverness, specifically near Carrbridge. This contract, now in the award stage, falls under the general public services category, focusing primarily on design services related to civil engineering (CPV code 71310000). The open procedure used highlights transparency and inclusiveness in supplier selection. Significant timelines included the tender submission period ending on 7th March 2025 and the contract award on 11th April 2025. The project was valued at £89,994, with Jeremy Benn Associates Limited appointed as the supplier, marking a critical milestone in the procurement cycle.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental design and civil engineering, particularly those focusing on flood risk management and ecological restoration. Firms adept in services like hydraulic modelling, topographic surveying, and integrating nature-based solutions with infrastructure are well-suited to such projects. The requirement for detailed planning and bridge design offers a substantial growth platform for companies seeking projects involving sophisticated engineering and environmental considerations. The open procurement method ensures a level playing field, accommodating diverse participation, including larger firms like Jeremy Benn Associates, thus encouraging competitive bids that drive innovation and economic development within the sector.

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Notice Title

PSC - Slugain Burn Restoration Design

Notice Description

The Consultant shall produce a design for the restoration of the Slugain Burn and Dalnhaitnach floodplain. The design shall include the design of a replacement vehicle bridge that will minimise restriction on the burn's behaviour during spate, up to and including a 1:200 year + climate uplift flow event, and shall be of sufficient detail to begin the planning process.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Consultant shall produce a design for the restoration of the Slugain Burn and Dalnhaitnach floodplain. The design shall include the design of a replacement vehicle bridge that will minimise restriction on the burn's behaviour during spate, up to and including a 1:200 year + climate uplift flow event, and shall be of sufficient detail to begin the planning process. The design will include and involve - Using a process-based approach - Road design - Bridge design (particularly small to medium concrete structures) - Topographic surveys, ecological surveys - Hydraulic modelling - Flood risk assessments - Integrating nature-based solutions with built infrastructure - Production of NEC4 ECC Contract Documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000784673
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528884
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£89,994 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Apr 202510 months 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
THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Alison Craig
Contact Email
pdu_procurement@highland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1349886603, +44 1467530600

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
TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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