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RSPB Powfoulis Managed Realignment - supply of feasibility study and dependent detailed engineering designs and supporting documents

RSPB SCOTLAND

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Tender

15 Jul 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The RSPB Scotland is currently overseeing a public procurement process titled "RSPB Powfoulis Managed Realignment - supply of feasibility study and dependent detailed engineering designs and supporting documents." The procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on environmental protection. The project is situated at Powfoulis on the Firth of Forth, with the tender in the active stage. The process follows an open procedure, inviting electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland platform. Interested parties should be aware of the submission deadline set for 25th August 2025 at 12:00 PM, with an online briefing scheduled for 30th July 2025. This initiative seeks to engage a contractor for the feasibility study, detailed engineering designs, and supportive documents required for the managed realignment project.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services, engineering, and consultancy, particularly those focused on nature conservation and managed realignment projects. Companies with robust experience in feasibility studies, detailed design, and engineering analysis are well-positioned to leverage this contract to showcase their expertise and expand their portfolio within the environmental sector. The project not only allows businesses to engage with a leading charity but also contributes positively to environmental conservation efforts, offering a chance for sustainable business growth and enhancing their credentials in delivering complex engineering solutions. Interested firms are advised to prepare their submissions in English by the specified deadline to ensure their participation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RSPB Powfoulis Managed Realignment - supply of feasibility study and dependent detailed engineering designs and supporting documents

Notice Description

TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY, DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGNS AND CONSENTING INFORMATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF MANAGED REALIGNMENT AT POWFOULIS ON THE FIRTH OF FORTH

Lot Information

Lot 1

TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY, DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGNS AND CONSENTING INFORMATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF MANAGED REALIGNMENT AT POWFOULIS ON THE FIRTH OF FORTH Full details are given in the attached Invitation to Tender (ITT) document Your tender response should be emailed to toby.wilson@rspb.org.uk by 12pm on 25th August 2025. There will be an online briefing on 30th July 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534676
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
RSPB SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
central.procurement@rspb.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313174100

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9DH
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM76 Falkirk
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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