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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Westerton Farm - Proposed New Agricultural Buildings A, B & C" has been managed by Strutt & Parker, a central purchasing body located in Inverness, UKM62. This procurement, classified in the works category, involves the construction of new agricultural sheds at Westerton Farm, Fochabers. The process utilised an open procedure, highlighting its transparent and competitive nature. The tender period concluded on 26 August 2025, marking the start of the award period. The contract, valued at £110,000, was awarded to Darroch and Allan (Joiners & Builders) Ltd, a supplier based in Elgin, and was signed on 17 September 2025. The procurement's completion status signifies the successful conclusion of this stage, with the focus now on the performance and completion of the works as per the contract terms.

This tender offers businesses in the construction and agricultural sectors a substantial growth opportunity. Companies specialising in building and structural works, particularly those with expertise in agricultural facilities, would be well-suited to bid for such tenders. SMEs like Darroch and Allan, which successfully secured this contract, demonstrate that emerging companies with competitive capabilities can participate and grow through such procurement opportunities. The open procedure adopted by Strutt & Parker encourages a diverse range of suppliers to engage, fostering a competitive marketplace and offering equal opportunities for business expansion.

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Notice Title

Westerton Farm - Proposed New Agricultural Buildings A, B & C

Notice Description

Construction of new shed at Westerton Farm, Fochabers

Lot Information

Lot 1

Construction of new agricultural sheds

Renewal: extensions permitted with valid reasoning

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000805608
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540776
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45262400 - Structural steel erection work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Strutt & Parker
Additional Buyers

Crown Estate Scotland

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
IV2 6AA
Postcode Area
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
TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness South
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Darroch and Allan (Joiners & Builders) Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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