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10 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council is currently conducting a procurement process for specialist consultancy services in landscape and visual assessments. The tender is at the active stage, seeking qualified advisors to support a wide range of development projects within the Orkney Islands region (UKM65) under the industry category of environmental protection. This open procedure tender (OIC/PROC/2455) has an estimated budget of £150,000 GBP and focuses on services related to environmental assessment projects. The deadline for electronic submissions is 10th August 2026, with the contract set to commence on 14th September 2026 and extend potentially until 13th September 2031, considering possible renewals.

This tender offers vital opportunities for businesses specialising in landscape and visual impact assessments, particularly those with expertise in environmental and development projects. Firms skilled in advising on Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and contributing to Local Development Plan matters will find this tender appealing. With an emphasis on project understanding and competitive pricing, companies that can demonstrate strong project methodologies and economic viability are well-positioned to win this contract. Engaging in such large-scale, government-backed projects can not only provide significant revenue but also enhance a company's profile and experience in the public sector.

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Notice Title

ITT for the Provision of Specialist Consultancy Services for Landscape and Visual Assessments

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for specialist Landscape and Visual Assessment (LVIA) advisors to support the appraisal and assessment of a wide range of development projects, polices or proposals including EIA development projects.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for specialist Landscape and Visual Assessment (LVIA) advisors to support the appraisal and assessment of a wide range of development projects, polices or proposals including EIA development projects. We are looking to appoint qualified Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment specialists to support assessment of relevant planning applications and provide specialist advice to the Council on any relevant LVIA matters including policy and Local Development Plan work. This work is expected to primarily focus on the appraisal of Landscape and Visual assessment chapters within relevant Environmental Reports.

Renewal: Initial term of 3 years with 2 x 12 month extensions available (extensions subject to continued availability of funds).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837142
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559946
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction

90712000 - Environmental planning

90714600 - Environmental security control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
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
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559946
    ITT for the Provision of Specialist Consultancy Services for Landscape and Visual Assessments - Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for specialist Landscape and Visual Assessment (LVIA) advisors to support the appraisal and assessment of a wide range of development projects, polices or proposals including EIA development projects.

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