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A975 Waterside Bridge Paint Repairs Phase 2 Re-tender

Aberdeenshire Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

29 Apr 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

14 Jan 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council, a regional authority, has completed the awarding process for the "A975 Waterside Bridge Paint Repairs Phase 2 Re-tender." The procurement falls under the category of general public services aimed at works for paint defect repairs on the steel plate girders of a bridge over the River Ythan Estuary near Newburgh, Aberdeenshire (region UKM50). The open procedure procurement method allowed for broad competition and electronic submission of bids. The contract was successfully awarded to Moray Blast Ltd, a local SME, on 8th April 2026, with a contract value of £504,765.73. This project, with awards concluded, was initially tendered on 14th January 2026, and proposals were evaluated on a blend of price (60%) and quality (40%).

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in infrastructure maintenance and repair, particularly those specialising in steel fabrication and surface treatments. SMEs, such as Moray Blast Ltd, have demonstrated success under the open procedure, which is accessible for smaller scale enterprises and encourages strong competition. The contract involves temporary works design, traffic management, and repairs, making it ideal for firms with expertise in these areas. Participation in such public procurement processes can significantly bolster business growth and reputational leverage, offering companies like Moray Blast Ltd the chance to expand their portfolio and enhance their industry standing through government-backed projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A975 Waterside Bridge Paint Repairs Phase 2 Re-tender

Notice Description

Paint defect repairs to 4no steel plate girders of a large 3 span composite bridge (total length = 106m) which crosses the River Ythan Estuary near Newburgh, Aberdeenshire.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Evaluated tender based on Tender Price (60%) Quality Submission (40%)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554845
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

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

44212100 - Bridge

44212120 - Structures of bridges

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45221115 - Construction work for steel bridges

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£504,765 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 4 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Aberdeenshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Postcode Area
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Moray Blast Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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