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Demolition of Former Papdale Halls of Residence, Kirkwall

Orkney Islands Council

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05 May 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council is inviting tenders for the demolition of the former Papdale Halls of Residence in Kirkwall, Orkney. This selective tender is part of a restricted procedure under the procurement category of works, specifically focusing on the construction and demolition sector. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the key deadline for submission set for 5th June 2026. This project involves the complete removal of existing structures, including asbestos containing materials, to restore the site to a brownfield status suitable for future development. The procurement is valued at £3,000,000 and will be conducted electronically via Public Contracts Scotland.

This project presents growth opportunities for businesses equipped for large-scale demolition and hazardous material handling, specifically those with certifications in asbestos removal. Companies specialising in sustainable construction practices, such as recycling waste materials, may find this project aligns well with their expertise. With a significant focus on quality and price in award criteria, businesses that provide competitive yet high-quality services could benefit substantially from participating in this tender, potentially leading to further contracts within similar infrastructure projects across the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demolition of Former Papdale Halls of Residence, Kirkwall

Notice Description

The project will comprise the complete removal of the buildings, foundations, roads, footpaths, services and infrastructure back to a brownfield site, ready for future development. The project will also comprise the licensed removal of asbestos containing materials from the building prior to demolition and recycling of all waste materials where possible. The residential complex includes 5 no. three-storey residential blocks, connecting single-storey concourse, boiler stack and oil storage tanks. The buildings are CLASP Mk 4 construction comprising concrete panel curtain walling fixed to a steel frame. The floors and original flat roof are timber construction and windows and doors aluminium. A steel frame pitched roof was later installed on the residential blocks with metal profiled sheets. The buildings have a gross internal floor area of 5155m2 and a total site area of 14,149m2.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Demolition of former Papdale Halls of Residence, Kirkwall. This building was constructed in 1969 and served as accommodation for island based pupils attending Kirkwall Grammar School. The building closed in 2013 with a nursery business continuing on the ground floor of E block until June 2026. The project will comprise the complete removal of the buildings, foundations, roads, footpaths, services and infrastructure back to a brownfield site, ready for future development. The project will also comprise the licensed removal of asbestos containing materials from the building prior to demolition and recycling of all waste materials where possible. The building complex includes 5 no. three-storey residential blocks, connecting single-storey concourse, boiler stack and oil storage tanks. The buildings are CLASP Mk 4 construction comprising concrete panel curtain walling fixed to a steel frame. The floors and original flat roof are timber construction and windows and doors aluminium. A steel frame pitched roof was later installed on the residential blocks with metal profiled sheets. The buildings have a gross internal floor area of 5155m2 and a total site area of 14,149m2.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830040
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555188
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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

45110000 - Building demolition and wrecking work and earthmoving work

45111000 - Demolition, site preparation and clearance work

45111100 - Demolition work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 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
Orkney Islands Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Postcode Area
Kirkwall
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
TLM65 Orkney Islands
Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

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