Tender

Replacement Fencing - Harris Pony Paddock - Isle of Rum

SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE

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Tender

17 Jun 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Scottish Natural Heritage, based in Inverness, is seeking tenders for the replacement of fencing at Harris Pony Paddock on the Isle of Rum. This procurement falls under the environmental protection category, with a focus on works, and is currently in the tender stage. The open procedure is accessible to all interested parties, with the tender submission deadline set for 9:00 am on 11th July 2025. The project involves replacing 627 metres of fencing within a paddock that encloses Highland ponies, at a site approximately 7 miles from the ferry point along a rugged track. The awarded contract is anticipated to start immediately following the deadline, on 11th July 2025, offering a structured opportunity for contractors specializing in forestry or agricultural fencing within the UK region UKM6.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses experienced in fencing solutions and operating in challenging environments. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the construction and agriculture sectors, especially those with expertise in working with equestrian facilities, should find this contract promising due to its manageable scale and the non-regulated nature of the procurement process under the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014. The geographical location and terrain add a layer of complexity, making it ideal for businesses that possess specialised tools, such as rock drills, and have a track record of logistical planning for remote projects. With NatureScot’s provision of materials like horse netting and metal gates, companies that offer installation services could also benefit substantially from this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Replacement Fencing - Harris Pony Paddock - Isle of Rum

Notice Description

NatureScot is looking for an experienced fencing contractor to replace 627m of existing fencing on the Isle of Rum. The fencing surrounds a paddock that will enclose Highland ponies and occasionally Highland cattle. The paddock is in the South West of the island and is approximately 7 miles along a rough 4 x 4 track from where the ferry arrives. The contract value is less than GBP50,000 so this is not considered a 'regulated procurement' as set out in the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014. It is being advertised to reach a wider potential field of candidates. Full details are set out in the Statement of Requirements document attached to this notice. Bidders are asked to ensure they allow sufficient time to upload their tender documents by the stated deadline of 09:00 hours on 11th July 2025

Lot Information

Lot 1

You are required to complete fencing of a large pony paddock (534m perimeter with internal divide of length 93m) using horse netting and an electrified top line to make it safe and secure for Highland ponies while preventing pressure on the fence from both inside and outside. The paddock has been previously deer fenced and the majority of fencing is still in place and is required to be removed. Existing wooden fence posts and strainers are more than 15 years old and are rotten and loose. The majority of posts to be removed are wooden deer posts but there are also a few metal posts drilled into rock that could remain in place and be re-used. The site of the paddock is rocky in places with little soil depth and therefore a rock drill may be required. Use of metal posts should be considered. The fence line is on the site of an old settlement that is designated a scheduled monument. NatureScot is in the process of obtaining scheduled monument consent to allow the works to proceed. The fence design should be stock height with a distance of 5m between fence posts with horse safe netting and an electrified top wire. NatureScot has 500m of tornado horse netting in stock that can be used. 4 metal gates are required to be put in place where indicated by a red line on the maps below. NatureScot already has these gates in stock. The paddock that requires fenced is approx.7 miles from where the ferry arrives and access is along a rough 4x4 track (travel time approx. 30mins). The paddock is beside the vehicle track. Vehicles and trailers must be booked on the ferry in advance. It is recommended that accommodation on Rum is booked in advance, there are limited accommodation options on island including a bunkhouse and a B&B. The contract must be completed by 20th October 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000800955
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532780
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

45342000 - Erection of fencing

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lesley.watt@nature.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1463725097

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 8NW
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
TLM6 Highlands and Islands
Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532780&idx=1
    17th June 2025 - Statement of Requirements Replacement Fencing - Harris Pony Paddock - Isle of Rum
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532780
    Replacement Fencing - Harris Pony Paddock - Isle of Rum - NatureScot is looking for an experienced fencing contractor to replace 627m of existing fencing on the Isle of Rum. The fencing surrounds a paddock that will enclose Highland ponies and occasionally Highland cattle. The paddock is in the South West of the island and is approximately 7 miles along a rough 4 x 4 track from where the ferry arrives. The contract value is less than GBP50,000 so this is not considered a 'regulated procurement' as set out in the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014. It is being advertised to reach a wider potential field of candidates. Full details are set out in the Statement of Requirements document attached to this notice. Bidders are asked to ensure they allow sufficient time to upload their tender documents by the stated deadline of 09:00 hours on 11th July 2025

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