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Summary of the contracting process

Renfrewshire Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process seeking a Consultant to lead a project for the repair and refurbishment of the Johnstone Bandstand in Houstoun Square, Johnstone, PA5 8DT. The tender, identified with the title "Johnstone Bandstand - Project Manager," falls under the services category with the CPV code 71220000, relevant to architectural design services. Key dates to note include the forthcoming future notice date scheduled for 20th July 2026. The project will require a Consultant who is a Conservation Accredited Architect to oversee and manage the project as the Lead Consultant and Principal Designer, emphasising the procurement of specialised services within the local authority category.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in architecture, specifically conservation and refurbishment. Companies with experience in design, quantity surveying, structural engineering, and mechanical and electrical engineering will find this project aligns well with their services. Renfrewshire Council's need for a comprehensive design team suggests that both individual consultants and collaborative consultancy firms should consider participation. This opportunity is particularly suitable for businesses possessing RIAS accreditation or equivalent, allowing them to leverage their expertise in conservation projects to secure a substantial role within Renfrewshire Council’s development efforts, thereby enhancing their portfolio and expanding their market presence.

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Notice Title

Johnstone Bandstand - Project Manager

Notice Description

This Prior Information Notice relates to a tender opportunity that was previously released. Following a review of the project and procurement requirements, the specification and associated requirements, including insurance requirements, have been updated. The opportunity has been republished to reflect these changes. Renfrewshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, experienced, and competent Consultant to act as Lead Consultant, Conservation Accredited Architect and Principal Designer for a programme of works to repair, refurbish and improve Johnstone Bandstand, Houstoun Square, Johnstone PA5 8DT. The Consultant is required to hold conservation accreditation (to RIAS standard or equivalent) and is required to provide a Design Team consisting of: a quantity surveyor; a structural engineer; and an M&E Engineer.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Prior Information Notice relates to a tender opportunity that was previously released. Following a review of the project and procurement requirements, the specification and associated requirements, including insurance requirements, have been updated. The opportunity has been republished to reflect these changes. Renfrewshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, experienced, and competent Consultant to act as Lead Consultant, Conservation Accredited Architect and Principal Designer for a programme of works to repair, refurbish and improve Johnstone Bandstand, Houstoun Square, Johnstone PA5 8DT. The Consultant is required to hold conservation accreditation (to RIAS standard or equivalent) and is required to provide a Design Team consisting of: a quantity surveyor; a structural engineer; and an M&E Engineer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837601
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560287
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PAISLEY
Postcode
PA1 1JB
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Paisley East and Central
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire South

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560287
    Johnstone Bandstand - Project Manager - This Prior Information Notice relates to a tender opportunity that was previously released. Following a review of the project and procurement requirements, the specification and associated requirements, including insurance requirements, have been updated. The opportunity has been republished to reflect these changes. Renfrewshire Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, experienced, and competent Consultant to act as Lead Consultant, Conservation Accredited Architect and Principal Designer for a programme of works to repair, refurbish and improve Johnstone Bandstand, Houstoun Square, Johnstone PA5 8DT. The Consultant is required to hold conservation accreditation (to RIAS standard or equivalent) and is required to provide a Design Team consisting of: a quantity surveyor; a structural engineer; and an M&E Engineer.

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