Tender

Alexander Street Public Realm Improvement Project

WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Oct 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

West Dunbartonshire Council is initiating a tender for the "Alexander Street Public Realm Improvement Project," aimed at selecting a main construction contractor for public realm enhancements in Alexandria. This procurement falls under the industry category of works, with a focus on general public services, and adheres to an open procedure method. Located in Dumbarton (region UKM81), the tender is currently in the active stage and has a submission deadline of 3rd November 2025. The total project value is estimated at £471,000. Interested parties are required to submit their tenders electronically through the specified public contracts platform.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for construction businesses with relevant experience in delivering public improvement projects. Companies looking to expand their portfolio in public infrastructure and increase their business presence in the Scottish region would benefit greatly. The council requires bidders to demonstrate financial robustness, with an annual turnover exceeding twice the project value, and maintain certain insurance levels. As such, this project is well-suited for established firms capable of meeting these financial and technical criteria, ensuring a competitive environment that promotes business growth within the sector.

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Notice Title

Alexander Street Public Realm Improvement Project

Notice Description

West Dunbartonshire Council (the Council) is seeking to appoint a main construction contractor for the delivery of a series of public realm improvement works throughout Alexander Street in Alexandria.

Lot Information

Lot 1

West Dunbartonshire Council (the Council) is seeking to appoint a main construction contractor for the delivery of a series of public realm improvement works throughout Alexander Street in Alexandria.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000796320
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540457
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£471,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Louise Mcivor
Contact Email
louise.mcivor@west-dunbarton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1389737000

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMBARTON
Postcode
G82 1QL
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire
Delivery Location
TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond

Local Authority
West Dunbartonshire
Electoral Ward
Dumbarton
Westminster Constituency
West Dunbartonshire

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