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PS-25-253 - Passivhaus Modelling Consultancy Services - Doon Campus (PRJ0013696)

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of Passivhaus Modelling Consultancy Services for the refurbishment of Doon Campus, located in the UKM93 region. The contracting authority conducted this procurement as an open procedure, with the contract eventually awarded to Luths Services Ltd on 14th January 2026, valued at £19,512. The process has progressed through the tender and award stages, with the award officially documented on 2nd April 2026. The industry category involved focuses on consultancy services for architectural, engineering, and construction management. The contract fosters the development of energy-efficient designs in educational facilities, adhering to Passivhaus standards.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for consultancies specialising in energy-efficient building designs, particularly those with expertise in Passivhaus modelling. Companies offering architectural or engineering consultancy services can expand their portfolio by participating in similar public sector opportunities. Large-scale firms with the capability to deliver highly technical and specialised services in the UK regions can benefit significantly. The open procedure approach ensures that diverse business entities, particularly those proficient in sophisticated environmental design standards, can showcase their capabilities to public authorities like East Ayrshire Council and contribute to long-term energy savings and sustainable development projects.

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Notice Title

PS-25-253 - Passivhaus Modelling Consultancy Services - Doon Campus (PRJ0013696)

Notice Description

The provision of Passivhaus Modelling Consultant to contribute to the overall project design development, through the provision of the activities highlighted in Appendix A1 Key Requirements and Appendix A4 Scope of Service, for the Refurbishment of Doon Campus project on behalf of East Ayrshire Council.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of Passivhaus Modelling Consultant to contribute to the overall project design development, through the provision of the activities highlighted in Appendix A1 Key Requirements and Appendix A4 Scope of Service, for the Refurbishment of Doon Campus project on behalf of East Ayrshire Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000817361
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553155
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

71314200 - Energy-management services

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

71315200 - Building consultancy services

71333000 - Mechanical engineering services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,512 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20263 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
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LUTHS SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544730
    PS-25-253 - Passivhaus Modelling Consultancy Services - Doon Campus (PRJ0013696) - The provision of Passivhaus Modelling Consultant to contribute to the overall project design development, through the provision of the activities highlighted in Appendix A1 Key Requirements and Appendix A4 Scope of Service, for the Refurbishment of Doon Campus project on behalf of East Ayrshire Council.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553155
    PS-25-253 - Passivhaus Modelling Consultancy Services - Doon Campus (PRJ0013696) - The provision of Passivhaus Modelling Consultant to contribute to the overall project design development, through the provision of the activities highlighted in Appendix A1 Key Requirements and Appendix A4 Scope of Service, for the Refurbishment of Doon Campus project on behalf of East Ayrshire Council.

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