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26 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council is currently in the tender stage for the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy in Dalmellington. This project falls under the general public services category and is being conducted using a restricted procedure with a selective procurement method. The estimated construction value stands at £29 million, focusing on extending and modernising the existing facilities while demolishing outdated parts of the school. The tender is set to close on 1 May 2026, with the contract period anticipated to last 148 calendar weeks. Interested parties must adhere to electronic submission methods as provided on the Public Contracts Scotland portal.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those with expertise in design and build contracts. Businesses specialising in asbestos removal, electrical, mechanical installations, or solar photovoltaic solutions will find this contract advantageous if they meet specific registration and certification requirements. In addition, firms must demonstrate robust financial standing and adequate insurance coverage. The refurbishment project is set to create various community benefits, promoting local employment and learning opportunities through work placements and sponsorships. Companies looking to contribute to community engagement and development projects would align well with the aims of this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696)

Notice Description

The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552606
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45210000 - Building construction work

45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

45214220 - Secondary school construction work

45262800 - Building extension work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
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
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=MAR552606
    PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696) - The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage.

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