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Planing of Road Surfaces Framework 2026- 27 - 28 - 29 - 30

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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08 Jul 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council has initiated a tender for a framework agreement concerning the planing of road surfaces throughout the Argyll and Bute region. This public procurement falls under the category of "works" in the industry classification and is open to bidding until 5th August 2026, with contracts commencing from the same date. The procurement process is in the "Tender" stage and will be executed using an open procedure, inviting interested parties to submit their proposals electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The total value for the framework is anticipated to reach £200,000 GBP, and the agreement may be extended based on performance evaluations. Key figures like Mirela Simionov are facilitating this process on behalf of the council, headquartered in Lochgilphead, UKM region.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those specialising in road surfacing and infrastructure projects. The framework agreement allows for multiple contractors, making it ideal for businesses eager to expand their portfolio or establish a recurring partnership with a regional authority. Companies with the capacity to undertake civil works and strategically plan resources across varying locations within the UKM region would find this tender particularly beneficial for business growth. The requirement for electronic submissions and interactions also highlights a potentially streamlined process for technologically inclined businesses, encouraging efficiency and broader participation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Planing of Road Surfaces Framework 2026- 27 - 28 - 29 - 30

Notice Description

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to appoint contractors to a framework for Planing of road surfaces.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to appoint contractors to a framework for Planing of road surfaces. The works involve the planing of road surfaces across Argyll and Bute area, specific works packages are to be confirmed at each individual order.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to three subsequent one year periods at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the contract and product discussions with the successful Tenderer(s).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836975
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559760
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

45233251 - Resurfacing works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
4 years from award date

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
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
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

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