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Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council, located in Irvine, UK, initiated a procurement process for the provision of Airborne Tree and Vegetation Survey and Analysis Services. The procurement falls under the industry category of general public services and was processed using an open procedure. The process progressed from tender announcement on 26 January 2026, through the bid submission deadline on 6 February 2026, culminating in contract signing with 2Excel Aviation Ltd on 24 April 2026. Services are focused in the UKM93 region with a contract value of £54,748. The procurement followed a rigorous compliance evaluation, requiring bidders to hold certifications in quality, health and safety, and environmental management.

This procurement represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental surveys and analyses, particularly those with expertise in airborne data collection. The contract provides potential growth for suppliers who meet the technical and financial criteria such as established general turnover, demonstrable project experience, and relevant qualifications. By participating, companies can expand their services within the Scottish public sector, benefiting from community engagements and enhancing their professional portfolio through collaboration with the North Ayrshire Council. Suitable candidates may include large enterprises with capabilities to manage open tenders and smaller businesses meeting the stipulated economic and technical qualifications.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Airborne Tree and Vegetation Survey and Analysis Services

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council invites tenders for the provision of Airborne Tree and Vegetation Surveys and Analysis Services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement will follow the open tender process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821583
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554735
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

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

03452000 - Trees

60440000 - Aerial and related services

71354200 - Aerial mapping services

71355000 - Surveying services

79961000 - Photographic services

79961200 - Aerial photography services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,748 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
North Ayrshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Postcode Area
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
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

2 EXCEL AVIATION LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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