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06 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is inviting tenders for the construction of the Bennadrove Landfill Waste Disposal Cell H in Stornoway. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 6th August 2026 at 2:00 PM. Under the category of works, the project involves meticulous tasks such as earthworks, peat storage, and the installation of various barrier and drainage systems. The procurement method is an open procedure, welcoming electronic submissions. The construction has a projected duration of 210 days and is underscored by the requirement for entities to hold public and employers liability insurance each to the value of 5 million GBP. This opportunity falls under the industry classification of general public services, marking it significant within the local public development domain in the UKM64 region. Key contact information is available, with Comhairle nan Eilean Siar based in Stornoway being the central buying organisation.

This tender presents substantial business opportunities particularly for companies specialising in civil engineering, earthworks, and infrastructure development. With the project demanding expertise in managing earth materials, installing protective barriers, and incorporating mechanical and electrical systems, firms possessing related capabilities stand to benefit. In particular, businesses equipped to deliver regional construction services can expand their scope and showcase their proficiency in high-stake public works projects by participating. Furthermore, the use of electronic submission methods streamlines the participation process, enhancing access to potential service providers. The requirement for significant liability coverage underscores the project's scope and reinforces the need for experienced and reliable companies looking to solidify their presence in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Bennadrove Landfill Waste Disposal Cell H Construction

Notice Description

The works comprise of the following: - Earthworks - includes removal of peat, glazier till and fractured rock. - Peat Storage - all removed peat is to be stored in bespoke constructed bays for reuse during closed cell restoration. - Unsaturated Zone - place free draining infill material to form cell base above groundwater level. - Perimeter Bunds - place free draining infill material to form cell perimeter bunds. - Mineral Barrier - place Bentonite Enriched Soil (BES) on cell base. - Basal Liner - place High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) liner on cell base. - Leachate Drainage - place clean aggregate as a drainage blanket on basal liner. - Leachate Collection - place collection chambers and transfer pipework. - Mechanical & Electrical - place electrical cable ducts, pumps, controls and lighting

Lot Information

Lot 1

The works comprise of the following: - Earthworks - includes removal of peat, glazier till and fractured rock. - Peat Storage - all removed peat is to be stored in bespoke constructed bays for reuse during closed cell restoration. - Unsaturated Zone - place free draining infill material to form cell base above groundwater level. - Perimeter Bunds - place free draining infill material to form cell perimeter bunds. - Mineral Barrier - place Bentonite Enriched Soil (BES) on cell base. - Basal Liner - place High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) liner on cell base. - Leachate Drainage - place clean aggregate as a drainage blanket on basal liner. - Leachate Collection - place collection chambers and transfer pipework. - Mechanical & Electrical - place electrical cable ducts, pumps, controls and lighting

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835750
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559475
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


CPV Codes

45222110 - Waste disposal site construction work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 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
COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STORNOWAY
Postcode
HS1 2BW
Post Town
Outer Hebrides
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
TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar

Local Authority
Na h-Eileanan Siar
Electoral Ward
Steòrnabhagh a Deas
Westminster Constituency
Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559475
    Bennadrove Landfill Waste Disposal Cell H Construction - The works comprise of the following: - Earthworks - includes removal of peat, glazier till and fractured rock. - Peat Storage - all removed peat is to be stored in bespoke constructed bays for reuse during closed cell restoration. - Unsaturated Zone - place free draining infill material to form cell base above groundwater level. - Perimeter Bunds - place free draining infill material to form cell perimeter bunds. - Mineral Barrier - place Bentonite Enriched Soil (BES) on cell base. - Basal Liner - place High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) liner on cell base. - Leachate Drainage - place clean aggregate as a drainage blanket on basal liner. - Leachate Collection - place collection chambers and transfer pipework. - Mechanical & Electrical - place electrical cable ducts, pumps, controls and lighting

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