Award

A9 Dualling - Tay Crossing to Ballinluig - Trenchless and buried ducting work

TRANSPORT SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Transport Scotland has completed the procurement process for the "A9 Dualling - Tay Crossing to Ballinluig - Trenchless and buried ducting work," part of larger infrastructure works in the transport sector. Based in Glasgow, with a central role as the purchasing body, Transport Scotland sought tender submissions for this project under an open procedure in the civil engineering category. The procurement was part of the Civil Engineering Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Scotland framework, with projects valued up to £5 million. The contract was awarded on 2nd September 2025 to QTS Group Ltd, a large-scale supplier, for a total of £471,226.41. The work involves critical infrastructure development alongside the A9, specifically aimed at facilitating an Openreach diversion involving complex trenchless and buried ducting techniques.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in civil engineering and construction, particularly those specialising in infrastructure and utility relocations. The high-value nature of the contract, coupled with the technical requirements of the trenchless technology, makes it suitable for large firms with the capacity and expertise to manage complex engineering tasks. By engaging in such strategic projects, companies can leverage the potential for further partnerships and future tender opportunities within Scotland's dynamic public sector infrastructure landscape.

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Notice Title

A9 Dualling - Tay Crossing to Ballinluig - Trenchless and buried ducting work

Notice Description

This contract involves the installation of four under road crossings of the A9 and an additional crossing under an access track and watercourse to facilitate an Openreach diversion in connection with the A9 Dualling Tay Crossing to Ballinluig project.

Lot Information

Lot 1

mini competition Civil Engineering Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Scotland - projects up to 5 million GBP Reference number: SP-22-015 - Lot 1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000809671
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540431
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

44100000 - Construction materials and associated items

44300000 - Cable, wire and related products

45000000 - Construction work

45100000 - Site preparation work

45111000 - Demolition, site preparation and clearance work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45300000 - Building installation work

71300000 - Engineering services

71420000 - Landscape architectural services

71500000 - Construction-related services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£471,226 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20255 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
TRANSPORT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
hrtransportscotland@transport.gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412727100

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 7ER
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QTS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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