Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Forestry and Land Scotland is in the planning stage for a contract titled "Bridge & Reservoir Inspections." This falls under the environmental protection industry category, with services expected to cover various regions throughout Scotland, including UKM9, UKM8, UKM7, and others. The contracting authority is seeking to engage with the market ahead of the formal competition process. Businesses interested in this opportunity can participate in the supplier engagement by responding to the online questionnaire by 4th August 2025. The procurement strategy involves awarding contracts over the next 4-5 months, aiming to support their infrastructure management across the estate.

This tender offers potential business growth for companies specialising in civil engineering services, particularly those experienced in inspections and maintenance for bridges and reservoirs. Small to medium-sized enterprises involved in structural inspections and those able to deliver services across multiple regions in Scotland will find this opportunity particularly suitable. Participating in the supplier engagement phase allows such businesses to shape the future request for proposals, ensuring that their capabilities align with the project's needs. This engagement also positions them advantageously for subsequent stages of the procurement process.

Planning

Bridge & Reservoir Inspections

FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

16th July 2025 00:00:00 AM
Contract Summary

FLS owns and maintains structures across the estate it manages. FLS intends to award Contracts for provision of Bridge Inspection Services and Reservoir Inspection Services over the next 4-5 months. FLS currently has a single contract in place for Bridge Inspections covering all Scottish regions within FLS, which is due to expire at the end of March 2026. FLS is looking to outsource the Reservoir Inspections due to an impending retirement of a staff member in December 2025. This PIN notice is for prior information and market engagement only. Potential bidders who are interested in contributing their views are encouraged to complete the online Supplier Engagement Questionnaire. Please complete the online Supplier Engagement Questionnaire, the link is contained within the PIN document attachment or accessible via the following link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=R3T3DoMQ7E24nyfHZQdoQDcUqmwi_gJJo-vxU7irx_xUNjZKT0xJRE1ITEk2R0E2VVA1NlNMVlQ5TS4u Responses must be submitted no later than Monday 4th August 2025 at 1700 hours.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-r6ebe6-0000804585

Publication Source

Public Contracts Scotland

Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

77300000

CPV Division(s)

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
Awarding Authority

FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@forestryandland.gov.scot

Buyer Phone

+44 3000676000

Buyer Address

Great Glen House, Leachkin Road

Inverness

IV3 8NW

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Bridge & Reservoir Inspections

FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND

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Awarding Authority