Tender

Proposed Peatland Restoration, Dhurrie Farm, Campbeltown, Argyll

ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)

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Tender

24 Mar 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and the Isles Coast and Countryside Trust (ACT) is seeking tenders for the proposed peatland restoration project at Dhurrie Farm in Campbeltown, Kintyre, Argyll & Bute. This project encompasses the restoration of approximately 25 hectares of peatland. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, and interested parties must submit their electronic submissions by 12:00 PM on 11th April 2025. The contract is anticipated to start on 1st September 2025 and conclude on 28th February 2026. Tenderers are invited to attend a site visit on 3rd April 2025 to better understand the project scope and requirements.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental protection, specifically in peatland restoration services. Companies with relevant experience and expertise in this field are well-suited to bid for this contract. The procurement method is open, ensuring fair competition and accessibility for qualified service providers. Businesses that demonstrate competence in health and safety procedures pertinent to peatland restoration will have a competitive edge. Successful tendering can lead to business growth through the execution and visibility of participating in valued environmental projects endorsed by prominent organisations like ACT.

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Notice Title

Proposed Peatland Restoration, Dhurrie Farm, Campbeltown, Argyll

Notice Description

25ha of peatland restoration at Dhurrie Farm, Campbeltown, Kintyre, Argyll & Bute

Lot Information

Lot 1

Tender process for proposed restoration of approx 25hs of lowland raised bog at Dhurries Farm, Kintyre, Argyll.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000793983
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526617
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)
Contact Name
DB Deb Baker
Contact Email
deb@act-now.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 07748392475

Buyer Location

Locality
ARGYLL
Postcode
PA31 8SH
Post Town
Paisley
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
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

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