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18 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Renfrewshire Council is currently seeking to procure a construction contractor for the redevelopment of the former Brown Institute site into a garden space. This project, falling under the 'General public services' industry category, is located in Renfrew, Renfrewshire (UKM83 region). The tender process is at the 'tender' stage with an open procedure procurement method, and submissions are accepted electronically via the Public Tenders Scotland portal. Key dates include a tender submission deadline on 13th July 2026 by 12:00 PM, and the awarding process starting immediately thereafter. The contract period is set to last for 120 days, and businesses interested in this works category project should note the focus on integrating community benefits for Renfrewshire-based suppliers.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses skilled in construction and redevelopment projects, particularly those familiar with urban landscape and garden developments. Enterprises that can demonstrate a commitment to community benefits and local supplier engagement will likely find themselves well-suited for this opportunity. Those with capabilities in electronic payment and invoicing will align well with the contract terms. Renfrewshire Council prioritises supply chain opportunities for locally based businesses, making this an attractive proposition for those located in and around Renfrewshire aiming to enhance their portfolios within public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Former Brown Institute Garden

Notice Description

Renfrewshire Council are seeking to procure a construction contractor to progress the redevelopment of the former brown institute site into a garden space.

Lot Information

Lot 1

To be conducted via a below GPA Open Tender

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834990
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558271
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

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
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20263 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
RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

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