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24 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Proposed Phase 2 Peatland Restoration - Knoydart Estate, Highlands" is being conducted by Zulu Forest Ltd, trading as Zora Ecosystems, a central purchasing body situated at 23 Cobalt Building, Ashford, Kent. This tender is in the industry category of environmental protection and focuses on peatland restoration within the Knoydart Estate in the Highlands. The tender is currently active in the 'tender' stage with an open procurement method. Interested parties must submit their electronic tenders by 17:00 on 20th August 2026, which coincides with the start of the award period. The project is slated for completion in phases, with Zone 7 projected between autumn 2027 and spring 2028, and Zone 8 between autumn 2028 and spring 2030, ensuring a progressive approach over three years.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental restoration, particularly those with experience in peatland or similar ecological projects. It's an excellent fit for companies capable of collaborating with stakeholders like the Knoydart Foundation, NatureScot, and other conservation bodies, offering room for long-term engagement given its extended timeline. Additionally, companies with electronic submission and invoicing capabilities will benefit from streamlined processes. Companies keen on securing large-scale environmental projects and establishing relationships with governmental bodies like the Scottish Government will find this an advantageous prospect for business growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Proposed Phase 2 Peatland Restoration - Knoydart Estate, Highlands

Notice Description

The Knoydart Foundation and Zora Ecosystems will collaborate with the NatureScot Peatland ACTION team and skilled contractors to undertake peatland restoration within an artificially drained and actively eroding peatland area across Knoydart Estate, totalling approximately c.270ha. This work will be the second phase of peatland restoration on Knoydart Estate and will be delivered in two Zones, spread over three years. Zone 7 will be delivered in autumn 2027, completing in spring 2028. Zone 8 will be delivered from autumn 2028 to spring 2029 and then again from autumn 2029 to spring 2030.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This notice has been posted to raise awareness for the opportunity to tender for a proposed peatland restoration project. The Knoydart Foundation, Zora Ecosystems, NatureScot Peatland ACTION and successful contractors will carry out a peatland restoration project within artificially drained peatland and actively eroding areas of the estate totalling approximately 270 hectares. All details are contained within the Statement of Requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838354
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560883
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

45454100 - Restoration work

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
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 20262 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
ZULU FOREST LTD (TRADING AS ZORA ECOSYSTEMS)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KENT
Postcode
TN25 4BF
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Goat Lees
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560883
    Proposed Phase 2 Peatland Restoration - Knoydart Estate, Highlands - The Knoydart Foundation and Zora Ecosystems will collaborate with the NatureScot Peatland ACTION team and skilled contractors to undertake peatland restoration within an artificially drained and actively eroding peatland area across Knoydart Estate, totalling approximately c.270ha. This work will be the second phase of peatland restoration on Knoydart Estate and will be delivered in two Zones, spread over three years. Zone 7 will be delivered in autumn 2027, completing in spring 2028. Zone 8 will be delivered from autumn 2028 to spring 2029 and then again from autumn 2029 to spring 2030.

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