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Dumfries and Galloway Council The Sanctuary River Restoration Project

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Dumfries and Galloway Council is actively seeking proposals for The Sanctuary River Restoration Project in Stranraer, as part of a significant environmental initiative supported by the SEPA Water Environment Fund. The procuring authority, Dumfries and Galloway Council, located in Dumfries, is inviting qualified professionals to partake in the technical and detailed design phase. The project is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 5th September 2025. It operates under the open procurement method, emphasising electronic submissions. The project's primary focus is on environmental and public service sectors, within the UKM92 region, with the award phase scheduled to start immediately after the submission closes. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 200,000 aimed at delivering high-profile environmental improvements in line with other local government initiatives.

This tender presents a compelling opportunity for businesses specialising in river restoration, ecological appraisal, and comprehensive project management. With a focus on delivering advanced technical solutions, this contract is ideal for consultancies that possess a robust multidisciplinary approach, capable of addressing hydrological and flood modelling, sustainability strategies, and stakeholder engagement. The Sanctuary project is a key component of the broader Solway Coast and Marine Project, offering long-term business growth potential through participation in a prominent regional initiative. Companies that have a proven track record with environmental projects, particularly those involving sustainable infrastructure and carbon management, will find this opportunity aligns well with their service offerings. Early engagement is encouraged for those wishing to leverage the design and supervisory roles required under the NEC4 Professional Services Contract.

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Notice Title

Dumfries and Galloway Council The Sanctuary River Restoration Project

Notice Description

Dumfries and Galloway Council with funding support from the SEPA Water Environment Fund will shortly be seeking professional services to carry out the technical and detailed design works for the Sanctuary project in Stranraer.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Dumfries and Galloway Council with funding support from the SEPA Water Environment Fund will shortly be seeking professional services to carry out the technical and detailed design works for the Stanctuary project in Stranraer. The Stanctuary River Restoration Project is nearing completion of Concept Design (RIBA 2). This is a high-profile project that is attracting attention across the local authority and Scottish Government. The Project is part of the delivery of a multi-million-pound Place Plan Project being delivered in the town through UK GOV Borderlands Funding and is also part of the Solway Coast and Marine Project (SCAMP), a multi-disciplinary, multi partner, coastal habitat restoration initiative being ran by Dumfries and Galloway Council, Stanctuary will be a Coastal Burn Restoration pilot project. We would like an early indication from consultancies that would like to be considered. Because of the multi dispensary nature of the work we would welcome either single consultancy or company that have all the skills in house or a consortium that can bring all of the skills required together. To be considered you must be able to demonstrate competencies in: Design and supervision contract under NEC4 PSC (Professional Services Contract) IT services for computationally intensive tasks i.e. Hydrological and flood modelling River restoration experience, including fluvial morphology. Ecological appraisal Sustainability strategy to consider full life cycle of carbon costs. Review of sustainability objectives Procurement of sustainable progressive contractor Carbon calculator, carbon resilience and reporting Drafting and applying for CAR application (Controlled activities Regulation) licence Experience with Stakeholder engagement We expect this piece of work (RIBA 3&4) to be completed by March 2026 to allow for the construction (RIBA 5) phase to be commenced in April 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000790860
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV544227
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, 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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

45246000 - River regulation and flood control works

45246200 - Riverbank protection works

45246400 - Flood-prevention works

45246410 - Flood-defences maintenance works

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£196,112 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
28 Oct 20253 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
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Laura O'Neil, Susan Brewster
Contact Email
laura.oneil@dumgal.gov.uk, susan.brewster@dumgal.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3033333000

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 2HP
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IRONSIDE FARRAR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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