Tender

PS-26-11 - Wind Turbine Design Specialist for Various Locations Across East Ayrshire (PRJ0013696)

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Jan 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "PS-26-11 - Wind Turbine Design Specialist for Various Locations Across East Ayrshire". The tender aims to undertake a feasibility exercise for installing wind turbines at various school sites, including Doon Academy and Ochiltree and Catrine Primary Schools. This falls under the services category and is classified within the renewable energy sector. The open procedure procurement utilizes electronic submission methods, with the tender closing on 6th February 2026 at 12:00 GMT, followed by the award period commencing on the same day. The procurement's estimated value is £15,000, and the project is to be implemented in Kilmarnock, marked by region code UKM93.

This opportunity is particularly advantageous for firms specializing in wind turbine design, environmental consulting, or technical assessment and engineering services. Businesses adept at handling environmental constraints, site evaluations, and regulatory compliance will be well-suited to meet the tender's specifications, promising growth through participation in public sector projects. Technical expertise in wind turbine logistics, environmental assessments, and infrastructure impact will be crucial. Additionally, firms must demonstrate robust financial standing and hold requisite liability and indemnity insurances. This tender provides a growth avenue for companies aiming to establish a foothold or expand their capabilities in the renewable energy sector, contributing to sustainable initiatives at the local government level.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS-26-11 - Wind Turbine Design Specialist for Various Locations Across East Ayrshire (PRJ0013696)

Notice Description

To undertake a feasibility exercise for the potential installation of a wind turbine within or around Doon Academy, Ochiltree and Catrine Primary School sites to include the following tasks as a minimum: -Physical, topographical and environmental constraints -Proximity to dwellings and sensitive receptors -Noise constraints -Slope, aspect and topography -Environmental and heritage designations -Hedgerows, tree corridors and habitat constraints -Access considerations (high level) - Proximity to electrical infrastructure - Aviation and radar safeguarding issues (including NATS, MOD, civil aviation, low flying areas, Met Office radar) - Electromagnetic interference - Shadow flicker - Any additional site-specific constraints - High-level assessment of site access and highway constraints for delivery and erection of turbine components, including identification of any abnormal load or road network limitations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

To undertake a feasibility exercise for the potential installation of a wind turbine within or around Doon Academy, Ochiltree and Catrine Primary School sites to include the following tasks as a minimum: -Physical, topographical and environmental constraints -Proximity to dwellings and sensitive receptors -Noise constraints -Slope, aspect and topography -Environmental and heritage designations -Hedgerows, tree corridors and habitat constraints -Access considerations (high level) - Proximity to electrical infrastructure - Aviation and radar safeguarding issues (including NATS, MOD, civil aviation, low flying areas, Met Office radar) - Electromagnetic interference - Shadow flicker - Any additional site-specific constraints - High-level assessment of site access and highway constraints for delivery and erection of turbine components, including identification of any abnormal load or road network limitations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548044
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

31121320 - Wind turbines

31121340 - Wind farm

45251160 - Wind-power installation works

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

73420000 - Pre-feasibility study and technological demonstration

79314000 - Feasibility study

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20262 weeks 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
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
david.shields@east-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1563576000

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548044
    PS-26-11 - Wind Turbine Design Specialist for Various Locations Across East Ayrshire (PRJ0013696) - To undertake a feasibility exercise for the potential installation of a wind turbine within or around Doon Academy, Ochiltree and Catrine Primary School sites to include the following tasks as a minimum: -Physical, topographical and environmental constraints -Proximity to dwellings and sensitive receptors -Noise constraints -Slope, aspect and topography -Environmental and heritage designations -Hedgerows, tree corridors and habitat constraints -Access considerations (high level) - Proximity to electrical infrastructure - Aviation and radar safeguarding issues (including NATS, MOD, civil aviation, low flying areas, Met Office radar) - Electromagnetic interference - Shadow flicker - Any additional site-specific constraints - High-level assessment of site access and highway constraints for delivery and erection of turbine components, including identification of any abnormal load or road network limitations.

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