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Tender

07 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust for Scotland is currently in the tender stage of a public procurement process titled "Ben Lomond Hill Fence Works." This project falls under the industry category of conservation and heritage and is located in the UKM region, specifically in Edinburgh, Scotland. The open procedure method is being utilised, allowing any interested supplier to submit a bid electronically. The deadline for submissions is set for 31st July 2026 at 12:00 PM, with the award period commencing immediately thereafter. This procurement involves constructing a new 3.8km stock fence across Ben Lomond to prevent livestock grazing and dismantling the existing fence, with the works split into two separate lots.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those experienced in fencing and conservation projects. It presents a chance for such businesses to expand their portfolios and gain esteemed recognition by working with a prominent organisation like the National Trust for Scotland. Companies with expertise in implementing environmentally sensitive projects in protected landscapes and those capable of executing meticulous dismantling operations will find this project particularly suitable. The contract period is set for 180 days, providing ample scope for delivering precise and high-quality work that could establish longer-term collaborations and potential future projects with the Trust.

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Notice Title

Ben Lomond Hill Fence Works

Notice Description

The National Trust for Scotland (The Trust) is seeking a contractor to construct a new 3.8km stock fence across the Ben Lomond hill ground. The purpose of the fence is to remove livestock grazing from the summit and western parts of the mountain. The Trust is also seeking a contractor to dismantle and remove the existing fence on the land, and transport off site. These two proposed works are split into two lots.

Lot Information

Ben Lomond Hill Fencing Works - Existing Fence Dismantling and Removal (Lot 2)

The National Trust for Scotland (The Trust) is seeking a contractor to dismantle existing fencing and transport off site.

Ben Lomond Hill Fencing Works - New Fence Erection (Lot 1)

The National Trust for Scotland (The Trust) is seeking a contractor to construct a new 3.8km stock fence across the Ben Lomond hill ground. The purpose of the fence is to remove livestock grazing from the summit and western parts of the mountain.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836473
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559571
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

34928200 - Fences

44312000 - Fencing wire

45342000 - Erection of fencing

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
31 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
NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9LD
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559571
    Ben Lomond Hill Fence Works - The National Trust for Scotland (The Trust) is seeking a contractor to construct a new 3.8km stock fence across the Ben Lomond hill ground. The purpose of the fence is to remove livestock grazing from the summit and western parts of the mountain. The Trust is also seeking a contractor to dismantle and remove the existing fence on the land, and transport off site. These two proposed works are split into two lots.

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