Planning

Land Reclamation Works and Construction of boat launch and retrieval slipway

TARBERT (LOCH FYNE) HARBOUR AUTHORITY

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Planning

30 Jul 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Tarbert (Loch Fyne) Harbour Authority is initiating a procurement process for the construction of land reclamation works and a new boat launch and retrieval slipway at Tarbert Harbour, located in Argyll and Bute, UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a Prior Information Notice being used to inform the market and attract potential contractors. As a central purchasing body and buyer, the Tarbert Harbour Authority is focusing on works related to leisure, tourism, and fishing industries. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses by 11th August 2025, with a future notice date set for 25th August 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for those in the civil and maritime engineering sectors. Companies specialising in site preparation, construction of slipway structures, land reclamation, and associated works such as surface finishes and infrastructure installation are well-placed to compete. The project aligns with the Tarbert Harbour Authority’s commitment to enhancing recreational activities and supporting local community engagement, making it an attractive opportunity for firms looking to expand their portfolio in public works within the UK. The project promises long-term engagements and potential for further collaborations with a well-established social enterprise.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Land Reclamation Works and Construction of boat launch and retrieval slipway

Notice Description

This Prior Information Notice is published to inform the market and identify potential contractors who would be interested in a forthcoming tender process, to be conducted by Tarbert Harbour Authority, for the construction of land reclamation works and a new boat launch and retrieval slipway at Tarbert Harbour. The project will support increased recreational and small craft activity and provide launch and retrieval access to/from the water for local and visiting vessels. The scope of the works is expected to include (but is not limited to): - Site preparation and enabling works - Land Reclamation Works - Construction of a slipway structure (anticipated to be reinforced concrete paving over causeway type construction) and installation of a small kayak pontoon. - Associated civil and maritime engineering works - Provision of surface finishes, drainage, electricity and safety features - Environmental and regulatory compliance

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Prior Information Notice is published to inform the market and identify potential contractors who would be interested in a forthcoming tender process, to be conducted by Tarbert Harbour Authority, for the construction of land reclamation works and a new boat launch and retrieval slipway at Tarbert Harbour. The project will support increased recreational and small craft activity and provide launch and retrieval access to/from the water for local and visiting vessels. The scope of the works is expected to include (but is not limited to): - Site preparation and enabling works - Land Reclamation Works - Construction of a slipway structure (anticipated to be reinforced concrete paving over causeway type construction) and installation of a small kayak pontoon. - Associated civil and maritime engineering works - Provision of surface finishes, drainage, electricity and safety features - Environmental and regulatory compliance. Tarbert (Loch Fyne) Harbour Authority (THA) is a not-for-profit Trust Port, established in 1912 and recognised as a social enterprise. It is an independent statutory body governed by its own legislation an guided by Government Code of Practice. The Authority works closely with the local community, providing benefits for all its stakeholders. Responses are requested by 11.8.25.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000805186
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535872
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45244000 - Marine construction works

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
25 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TARBERT (LOCH FYNE) HARBOUR AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Darren Mair / Pauline Laycock
Contact Email
pauline@tarbertharbour.co.uk
Contact Phone
+353 1880820344

Buyer Location

Locality
TARBERT
Postcode
PA29 6UG
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
Kintyre and the Islands
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535872&idx=1
    30th July 2025 - Land Reclamation Works and Access Slipway Drawings combined
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535872
    Land Reclamation Works and Construction of boat launch and retrieval slipway - This Prior Information Notice is published to inform the market and identify potential contractors who would be interested in a forthcoming tender process, to be conducted by Tarbert Harbour Authority, for the construction of land reclamation works and a new boat launch and retrieval slipway at Tarbert Harbour. The project will support increased recreational and small craft activity and provide launch and retrieval access to/from the water for local and visiting vessels. The scope of the works is expected to include (but is not limited to): - Site preparation and enabling works - Land Reclamation Works - Construction of a slipway structure (anticipated to be reinforced concrete paving over causeway type construction) and installation of a small kayak pontoon. - Associated civil and maritime engineering works - Provision of surface finishes, drainage, electricity and safety features - Environmental and regulatory compliance

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