SC0182 Scottish Canals Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre Refurbishment Works

SCOTTISH CANALS

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Tender

18 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being managed by Scottish Canals, a body governed by public law, with its headquarters located in Glasgow. The current tender, titled "SC0182 Scottish Canals Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre Refurbishment Works," is part of the general public services industry category and focuses on refurbishing the Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre. This project involves both internal and external building works within a live operational environment, with a project value estimated at £2,600,000. The procurement is in the tender stage, employing a selective procurement method known as the restricted procedure. Key dates for this tender include a submission deadline on 10th July 2026 at 12:00 pm, with subsequent invitations to tender scheduled for 7th August 2026. The procurement covers the UKM region, specifically at the Falkirk Wheel location.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment, particularly those with experience in working within operational environments. As the project is valued at £2.6 million, it offers significant economic potential to interested contractors. Suitable businesses would likely have a demonstrated track record in building works and the necessary resources to execute refurbishment within the specified constraints. Organisations capable of handling electronic submission and payment processes would be well-suited to participate. Given the competitive nature of the restricted procedure, companies that present strong technical and economic selection criteria could enhance their prospects of being shortlisted, which can lead to further growth and reputation in the public procurement sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SC0182 Scottish Canals Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre Refurbishment Works

Notice Description

Refurbishment of the Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre, including internal and external building works to upgrade facilities within a live operational environment

Lot Information

Lot 1

Refurbishment of the Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre, including internal and external building works to upgrade facilities within a live operational environment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835006
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558258
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,600,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20262 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
SCOTTISH CANALS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 9SP
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Canal
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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