Tender

Provision of Replacement Bleacher Seating

SABHAL MÒR OSTAIG

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Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, a prominent educational institution located on the Isle of Skye, has initiated a tender process for the "Provision of Replacement Bleacher Seating" in its sports hall, pivotal for numerous events hosted at the National Gaelic College. As part of the tender phase, this procurement falls under the education industry category, with the physical location specified as Sabhal Mòr Ostaig in Sleat, Isle of Skye. Interested parties must note key dates, as the tender period culminates on the 19th of March 2026 at 12:00 PM GMT, aligning with the commencement of the award period. The procurement utilises an open procedure for goods acquisition, encouraging electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in seating design, manufacturing, and installation, particularly those capable of comprehensive handling including removal and disposal of the existing system. Firms with a strong financial standing, evidenced by insurance coverages and audited accounts, will be positioned favourably. The project scope may attract SMEs and larger enterprises that can offer innovative seating solutions while ensuring compliance with Sabhal Mòr Ostaig's specified requirements and tender documentation. The inclusion of an annual service contract for the seating solution post-installation further enhances the potential for ongoing business engagement. Competency in bespoke or modular seating systems would be advantageous, particularly for those looking to expand their footprint within the educational sector on the Isle of Skye.

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Notice Title

Provision of Replacement Bleacher Seating

Notice Description

Sabhal Mor Ostaig has a requirement to replace its Bleacher seating in the sports hall. The seating is used to support many events at the National Gaelic College on the Isle of Skye.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Contractor shall provide a complete seating system including design, manufacture, delivery, installation, commissioning, and training. The Contractor shall also remove and dispose of the existing seating system.

Renewal: An annual service of the Seating Solution shall be required, subject to budget. Call-out coverage shall also be applicable, following handover, within each annual service period which is invoked by the Authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826264
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551470
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39111200 - Theatre seats

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 24 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SABHAL MÒR OSTAIG
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ISLE OF SKYE
Postcode
IV44 8RQ
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Eilean á Chèo
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

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