Tender

Ardersier Port, Phase 2 - Dredging Works

ARDERSIER PORT (SCOTLAND) LIMITED

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Tender

27 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Ardersier Port (Scotland) Limited, which is undertaking the Phase 2 Dredging Works at Ardersier Port, Inverness, Scotland. This tender is situated in the 'Port works' industry category and is currently in the tender stage, with submission deadlines set for 1st May 2026. The competitive procedure with negotiation is the chosen procurement method, aiming to appoint a contractor to continue previous dredging works. The projected budget is £20 million and involves distinct phases of pre-qualification and formal tender submission, culminating in a contract award.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in civil engineering and dredging operations, particularly those with experience in large-scale port infrastructure projects. Companies capable of managing complex coordinating tasks with other contractors and adhering to strict environmental standards will find this project aligns well with their expertise. Suitable candidates must demonstrate professional standing, possess required insurances, and provide case studies of similar past projects. Business growth is supported through collaboration with a buyer intent on transforming the Ardersier Port into a major energy transition hub, contributing potentially to job creation and supporting the UK's renewable energy goals.

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Notice Title

Ardersier Port, Phase 2 - Dredging Works

Notice Description

The Client shall appoint a contractor to undertake a continuation of the Phase 1 channel dredge for the entire length of the proposed Phase 2 new quay wall and to the further extent of the existing sheet pile wall being upgraded. The Phase 2 navigation channel will be dredged to -12.4mCD to the extent of the Phase 2 new quay wall (300m), -6.5mCD to the extent of the existing sheet pile wall being upgraded(758m) and be 140m wide (these works are the focus of this PQQ). The works are anticipated commence 2Q2028 dredging window. There will be a requirement for the Contractor to coordinate elements of works with the Clients quayside civils principal contractor and port operations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Procurement Stages Stage 1 - Early Market Consultation - Before commencing procurement, consult the market with a view to gauging project interest, informing of procurement plans and project requirements. Stage 2 - Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) - Issue PQQ - Contractor submissions - Analyse and score submissions - Select shortlist of suppliers for Stage 3 Stage 3 - Invitation to Tender (ITT) / Competitive procedure with negotiation - Issue ITT - Hold structured meetings, discuss risk, technical queries and contract terms - Initial Contractor submissions - Analyse initial tender submissions - Negotiation period (assumptions, clarifications, exclusions, contract terms, etc.) - Final Contractor submissions - Evaluate and score final submissions - Select preferred bidder for Stage 4 Stage 4 - Contract Award - Notify Contractors of tender outcome - Stand still period - Contract finalisation and execution - Publish contract award notice

Renewal: Potential to be extended in relation to scope changes and/or in relation to future phases of work.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827520
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552707
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
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45252124 - Dredging and pumping works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20264 weeks to go
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
ARDERSIER PORT (SCOTLAND) LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV2 7QX
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
TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Culloden and Ardersier
Westminster Constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552707
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