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01 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Scottish Canals, situated in Glasgow, has initiated an open procurement process for their "SC0178 Scottish Canals Pontoon & Decking Framework." This tender falls under the services category, specifically classified with the CPV code 51000000, and covers the region of UKM. The tender process is currently in the 'tender' stage, with submissions being accepted electronically until 5th August 2026. Key aspects include a projected value of £2,000,000 and a framework agreement allowing for up to 999 participants. The contract is divided into two lots: Pontoon and Decking, each with specific award criteria focusing on quality and price.

This procurement presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and installation services pertaining to pontoons and decking. Companies with strong technical expertise and competitive pricing strategies are likely to be well-suited to compete for this contract. Given the framework agreement, businesses can engage in long-term collaborations with Scottish Canals, potentially enhancing growth and stability within this sector. The absence of variant bids and focus on both quality and pricing provide a balanced playing field for companies aiming to differentiate themselves in technical competencies and cost-effectiveness.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SC0178 Scottish Canals Pontoon & Decking Framework

Notice Description

Per ITT documents

Lot Information

Pontoon

Per Schedule 1A

Renewal: 12 months

Decking

As per Schedule 1B

Renewal: 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836103
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559158
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20262 months 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

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