Tender

Craignure Pier - FBC Management & Design Consultancy Services

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council is currently in the tender stage for the "Craignure Pier – FBC Management & Design Consultancy Services" project located in Craignure, Argyll. This procurement is classified under services and seeks a Management and Design Consultant to lead the Final Business Case stage of the Craignure Pier Development. The primary objective is to create a comprehensive FBC aligned with the HM Treasury Green Book Five Case Model. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, with electronic submissions accepted. Initially set to close on 23rd January 2026, the submission deadline has been extended to 13th February 2026, following a request for more time from bidders. Key responsibilities include planning, technical design, and environmental impact assessments, with the project's transition to the construction stage as a critical deliverable.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for firms in the consulting and design sector to expand their influence by contributing to a significant infrastructure project. Ideally, businesses with experience in technical consultancy, environmental assessments, and public sector projects will find this engagement well-suited to their expertise. Participating in this procurement can enhance a company's portfolio, showcasing their competence in delivering high-profile projects that comply with stringent government standards. Additionally, the opportunity to work closely with a local authority like Argyll and Bute Council can pave the way for future collaborations in the region.

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Notice Title

Craignure Pier - FBC Management & Design Consultancy Services

Notice Description

Argyll and Bute Council seeks to tender for the provision of a Management and Design Consultant (MDC) to lead and deliver the Final Business Case (FBC) stage for the Craignure Pier Development. The aim is to produce a comprehensive and approvable FBC aligned to the HM Treasury Green Book Five Case Model, secure final approvals and transition to construction stage. The MDC shall be responsible for the planning, technical design, environmental impact assessment and consent applications and compilation of the FBC.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council seeks to tender for the provision of a Management and Design Consultant (MDC) to lead and deliver the Final Business Case (FBC) stage for the Craignure Pier Development. The aim is to produce a comprehensive and approvable FBC aligned to the HM Treasury Green Book Five Case Model, secure final approvals and transition to construction stage. The MDC shall be responsible for the planning, technical design, environmental impact assessment and consent applications and compilation of the FBC.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548334
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Elaine Appleby
Contact Email
elaine.appleby@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1586555232

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
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
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544705
    Craignure Pier - FBC Management & Design Consultancy Services - Argyll and Bute Council seeks to tender for the provision of a Management and Design Consultant (MDC) to lead and deliver the Final Business Case (FBC) stage for the Craignure Pier Development. The aim is to produce a comprehensive and approvable FBC aligned to the HM Treasury Green Book Five Case Model, secure final approvals and transition to construction stage. The MDC shall be responsible for the planning, technical design, environmental impact assessment and consent applications and compilation of the FBC.

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