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16 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Moray Council, is focused on the "18/1319 Grant Lodge Extension and Refurbishment" project. This tender, categorised under 'works', specifically targets the construction industry, involving the extension and refurbishment of Grant Lodge located in Elgin, within the UKM62 region. The opportunity is currently in the tender stage with an open procurement procedure. Key deadlines include submission by 12:00 on 17th July 2026, with the awarding phase commencing the same day. The project is scheduled to start on 14th August 2026 and end by 12th June 2028. The procurement method supports electronic submissions, promoting a streamlined process for interested contractors.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for construction businesses, particularly those with expertise in projects involving listed buildings and public infrastructure. Companies with a robust track record in project management, specifically within historic environments, and those capable of engaging with public and private funding requirements, will find this project well-aligned to their capabilities. Businesses can leverage this project not just for direct revenue, but also to enhance their portfolio with community-focused outcomes, such as engaging local supply chains and providing apprenticeships and training through partnerships like Moray Pathways Local Employability Partnership. The contract also demands robust insurance, with expectations set for professional risk indemnity and public liability covers.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

18/1319 Grant Lodge Extension and Refurbishment

Notice Description

Grant Lodge Extension and Refurbishment as per tender documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Grant Lodge Extension and Refurbishment. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834701
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558064
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Aug 2026 - 12 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
ELGIN
Postcode
IV30 1BX
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
Moray
Electoral Ward
Elgin City North
Westminster Constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

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