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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Woodside Viaduct Permanent Intervention: Cathodic Protection Specialist (outline design)" project is led by WSP UK Ltd, located in Glasgow. This tender falls under the Professional Services industry with a focus on technical consultancy, specifically cathodic protection systems. The procurement used an open procedure and is classified as a services category under CPV code 71356300. The project is situated around the M8 - Woodside Viaduct, with significant dates being a contract signing on 21st May 2026, and the award announced on 8th June 2026. The procurement process began with the tender phase concluding on 20th March 2026 and transitioned to the award stage. The project delivery does not allow for options or renewals and requires specialist technical support for design development and testing activities.

This tender presents valuable business growth opportunities for companies with expertise in technical consultancy, particularly those specialising in cathodic protection systems. SMEs like VCS Durability Engineering Limited have already shown interest and success in this sector, being awarded the contract through competitive bidding. Businesses that possess strong technical capabilities in survey and testing activities, and those able to meet the expectations of reserved professional competencies, are well-positioned to compete successfully in similar future contracts. The project supports open competition, as evidenced by the receipt of foreign non-EU bids, indicating a level playing field for diverse business participants.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Woodside Viaduct Permanent Intervention: Cathodic Protection Specialist (outline design)

Notice Description

Provide technical support to the Consultant in the development of the outline design, including but not limited to specialist input to surveys, testing activities, and the preparation of the outline design for the cathodic protection system.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provide technical support to the Consultant in the development of the outline design, including but not limited to specialist input to surveys, testing activities,and the preparation of the outline design for the cathodic protection system.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000824725
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557466
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356300 - Technical support services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 1 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WSP UK LTD
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 3BX
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VCS DURABILITY ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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