Award

B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe Road Improvement, Yell, Shetland

SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

26 Jun 2025 at 00:00

Tender

11 Apr 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Shetland Islands Council, functioning as the buying organisation, undertook the procurement process titled "B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe Road Improvement, Yell, Shetland." This project falls under the industry category of works, specifically related to civil engineering. The location for this procurement is Yell in the Shetland Islands, within the UKM66 region. The procurement process followed an open procedure, part of a regulated framework under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Initially opened for tender on 11th April 2025 with a submission deadline on 13th May 2025, the award was subsequently made to C W Johnson Plant Ltd, with the contract signed on 24th June 2025. The project involves the construction of a 4.5 km road and carries a significant focus on peat restoration, reflecting adherence to environmental standards.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the civil engineering sector, especially those experienced with infrastructure projects in remote areas, similar to the criteria outlined in the selection process. SMEs with a track record of delivering high-quality construction services and who can navigate the regulatory and environmental aspects of such projects would be well-suited contenders. The contract, valued at approximately GBP 8.9 million, provides a robust platform for business growth, enhancing the company's portfolio with significant public works credentials. Businesses aiming to compete must demonstrate technical capability and sound financial health, as required by the stated selection criteria, which include a history of similar projects and robust financial standing.

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Notice Title

B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe Road Improvement, Yell, Shetland

Notice Description

Shetland Islands Council propose to construct a new B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe, two-lane single carriageway in Yell, Shetland. The requirement involves the construction of a 6.3 metre wide 4.5km long carriageway on a new alignment in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and associated drainage infrastructure between the B9082 junction with the A968 Ulsta to Gutcher Road and its junction with the Cullivoe Pier road. There will be a significant area of peat restoration associated within the earthworks section of the works. The construction of the new road, infrastructure and landscaping, to be undertaken in a single phase.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The type of contract awarded is a Works contract. The procurement is a regulated procurement governed by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000791666
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533360
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45233120 - Road construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,445,286 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£8,915,948 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20258 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
SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Graeme MacDonald
Contact Email
contract.admin@shetland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1595744595

Buyer Location

Locality
LERWICK, SHETLAND
Postcode
ZE1 0LZ
Post Town
Lerwick
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
TLM66 Shetland Islands

Local Authority
Shetland Islands
Electoral Ward
Lerwick North and Bressay
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

C W JOHNSON PLANT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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