Tender

Aberdeenshire High Friction Surfacing 2025-26

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Aberdeenshire Council involves the application of high friction surfacing at two sites in Aberdeenshire under the title "Aberdeenshire High Friction Surfacing 2025-26". This tender falls within the 'works' category, specifically targeting road and highway improvement services. Located in Aberdeenshire, the project requires completion by 31st March 2026. Currently in the tender stage, submissions are invited via electronic submission until 9th March 2026, followed by bid opening. The procurement follows an open procedure, facilitating broad competition with electronic invoicing and payment allowed.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in road surfacing and infrastructure improvement. Companies with expertise in high friction surfacing would be well-positioned to compete, especially if they have proven capabilities in delivering quality surface treatments within tight deadlines. The open procedure encourages competition, enabling businesses of various sizes within the sector to participate. Furthermore, the manageable project value of £95,000 allows medium-sized enterprises to bid effectively, providing a potential growth avenue in public sector contracts. Businesses familiar with Aberdeenshire's logistical dynamics could leverage local knowledge to optimise service delivery.

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Notice Title

Aberdeenshire High Friction Surfacing 2025-26

Notice Description

Application of high friction surfacing at two sites in Aberdeenshire

Lot Information

Lot 1

Application of high friction surfacing at two sites in Aberdeenshire. Total area approximately 4150m2.. This work needs to be completed by 31st March 2026. Aberdeenshire Council will organise the traffic restrictions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825152
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550641
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45233139 - Highway maintenance work

45233141 - Road-maintenance works

45233210 - Surface work for highways

45233220 - Surface work for roads

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 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

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
Post Town
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
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

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