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16 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

RSPB Scotland is undertaking a peatland restoration project titled "PEATLAND RESTORATION SCHEME RSPB Oa Phase 4 Islay," focusing on repairing 213 hectares of peatland at the RSPB Oa nature reserve on Islay, Scotland. The procurement is classified under the "Environmental protection" category and is in the tender stage. This open procedure requires electronic submissions by 9:00 AM on 25th August 2026. The project site is located approximately 7.5 km southwest of Port Ellen, Islay, PA42 7AU, Argyll. Prospective contractors must attend a compulsory site visit on 12th August 2026 to gain vital insights into the project requirements and conditions.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental protection and construction services, particularly those experienced in peatland restoration and associated ecological work. Companies with expertise in gully and drain blocking, re-profiling terrain, and managing protected natural reserves are well-suited to compete. Participating in this project allows businesses to expand their portfolio in sustainable environmental projects and contribute to ecological preservation efforts, while also enhancing their standing with an esteemed organisation like RSPB Scotland.

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Notice Title

PEATLAND RESTORATION SCHEME RSPB Oa Phase 4 Islay

Notice Description

To repair damage on 213 ha of peatland within RSPB Oa nature reserve on Islay. To restore blanket bog functionality. Peatland restoration activities will include: gully and drain blocking using peat and plastic and reprofiling.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Our aim is to repair damage on 313 ha of peatland within RSPBs Oa nature reserve on Islay, so that the blanket bog can restore its functionality. Peatland restoration activities will comprise of blocking artificial drainage and erosion gullies and reprofiling steep bare face peat hags and former peat cuttings.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837655
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560325
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

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

45232451 - Drainage and surface works

45232452 - Drainage works

45262640 - Environmental improvement works

90700000 - Environmental 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
25 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Mar 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RSPB SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9DH
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
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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