Tender

River Breamish and Pow Burn restoration Project

TWEED FORUM

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Tender

17 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Tweed Forum, operating as both buyer and central purchasing body, has announced an open procedure for the River Breamish and Pow Burn restoration project, situated in Powburn, Northumberland (UKC21). Classified under environmental protection (COFOG 05), this procurement aligns with works in the industry sector 45000000. The tender process has commenced as of 17th April 2026, with submissions required electronically by 29th May 2026 at 15:00 GMT. The estimated contract value stands at £230,000 GBP, and the contract period is set from 3rd August 2026 to 2nd November 2026. Potential bidders can anticipate post-bid communications and evaluations to begin immediately after the submission deadline.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialised in environmental restoration and construction works, notably those proficient in river restoration and infrastructure. Companies experienced in delivering high-quality projects within environmental sectors may find suitable alignment with the requirements outlined in the tender documents. Given the focus on ecological impact and sediment management plans, engineering firms with expertise in environmental protection and sustainability would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this project could provide industry growth, potential future collaborations, and reputational enhancement with this leading Scottish charitable organisation. Interested parties should ensure they meet the technical and economic criteria and prepare electronic submissions in English in line with the guidelines.

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Notice Title

River Breamish and Pow Burn restoration Project

Notice Description

Single stage exercise

Lot Information

Lot 1

Single stage selection for delivery of construction works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829671
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554091
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Aug 2026 - 2 Nov 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
TWEED FORUM
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MELROSE
Postcode
TD6 9DF
Post Town
Galashiels
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM91 Scottish Borders
Delivery Location
TLC21 Northumberland

Local Authority
Scottish Borders
Electoral Ward
Leaderdale and Melrose
Westminster Constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk

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