Planning

Former Brown Institute Garden

RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Renfrewshire Council is in the planning stage of procuring a construction contractor for the redevelopment of the former Brown Institute site into a garden space in Renfrewshire, an area classified under the industry category of General Public Services. The project involves repurposing materials from the former institute and includes stone seating, paving, and landscaping, based on designs already prepared by landscape architects. This procurement process is currently tagged as "planning," and potential contractors should be aware of the future notice date set for 11th June 2026. The procurement method is part of the "works" category and aims to engage with the market to gauge interest in this opportunity.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction and landscaping sectors, particularly those specialising in sustainable repurposing of materials and landscape architecture. Companies with experience in project management through RIBA Stages 3 to 5 will find this opportunity aligning well with their expertise. The development of a community garden space offers potential growth as it aligns with increasing public sector investments in sustainable urban development. It is particularly suited for firms that can provide innovative, environmentally-conscious solutions and adapt to detailed architectural plans. Businesses considering this opportunity will have the chance to contribute significantly to local community infrastructure, potentially leading to future collaborative projects with the Renfrewshire Council.

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Notice Title

Former Brown Institute Garden

Notice Description

Renfrewshire Council are looking to procure a construction contractor to progress the redevelopment of the former brown institute site into a garden space. The works will include reuse of materials from the former brown institute, the formation of stone seating, paving, and general landscaping. Works will be based on designs already prepared by landscape architects who have been comissioned to cover RIBA stages 3-4 and will be appointed to project manage on site through RIBA 5.

Lot Information

Lot 1

looking to procure a construction contractor to progress the redevelopment of the former brown institute site into a garden space. The works will include reuse of materials from the former brown institute, the formation of stone seating, paving, and general landscaping. Works will be based on designs already prepared by landscape architects who have been commissioned to cover RIBA stages 3-4 and will be appointed to project manage on site through RIBA 5. The purpose of this PIN is to gauge market interest in this opportunity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831895
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555798
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45112700 - Landscaping work

71421000 - Landscape gardening services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PAISLEY
Postcode
PA1 1JB
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Paisley East and Central
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire South

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555798
    Former Brown Institute Garden - Renfrewshire Council are looking to procure a construction contractor to progress the redevelopment of the former brown institute site into a garden space. The works will include reuse of materials from the former brown institute, the formation of stone seating, paving, and general landscaping. Works will be based on designs already prepared by landscape architects who have been comissioned to cover RIBA stages 3-4 and will be appointed to project manage on site through RIBA 5.

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