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24 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "RSPB SCOTLAND Peatland Restoration Lumbister Phases 3 and 4 Tender" is being led by RSPB Scotland, based in Edinburgh. The tender, published on 24 July 2026, seeks a contractor for peatland restoration services on Yell, Shetland. The industry category is environmental protection, and the procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with a deadline for submissions on 28 August 2026. The project entails the restoration of approximately 99 hectares of degraded blanket bog through various techniques. The contract will commence in September 2027 and conclude in March 2029. Interested parties are encouraged to attend a mandatory site visit on 7 August 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental restoration services, especially those with expertise in peatland ecosystems. It represents a substantial business growth opportunity for firms capable of executing large-scale restoration projects. Suitable candidates will likely have a proven track record in similar environmental projects and the capability to work under challenging terrain conditions on the Island of Yell. Companies that demonstrate innovative restoration techniques and a commitment to environmental conservation will have a competitive edge in this open procurement procedure.

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Notice Title

RSPB SCOTLAND Peatland Restoration Lumbister Phases 3 and 4 Tender, Shetland July 2026

Notice Description

The RSPB is seeking an experienced peatland restoration contractor to deliver Phases 3 and 4 of the Lumbister Peatland Restoration Programme on Yell, Shetland. The contract covers the restoration of approximately 99 hectares of degraded blanket bog through a range of peatland restoration techniques, including drain and gully blocking, peat hag reprofiling, bare peat stabilisation and installation of timber dams. The contract will be delivered over two winter working seasons between September 2027 and March 2029.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The RSPB is seeking an experienced peatland restoration contractor to deliver Phases 3 and 4 of the Lumbister Peatland Restoration Programme on Yell, Shetland. The contract covers the restoration of approximately 99 hectares of degraded blanket bog through a range of peatland restoration techniques, including drain and gully blocking, peat hag reprofiling, bare peat stabilisation and installation of timber dams. The contract will be delivered over two winter working seasons between September 2027 and March 2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838389
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560904
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

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
28 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2027 - 15 Mar 2029 1-2 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
RSPB SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
TLM66 Shetland Islands

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560904
    RSPB SCOTLAND Peatland Restoration Lumbister Phases 3 and 4 Tender, Shetland July 2026 - The RSPB is seeking an experienced peatland restoration contractor to deliver Phases 3 and 4 of the Lumbister Peatland Restoration Programme on Yell, Shetland. The contract covers the restoration of approximately 99 hectares of degraded blanket bog through a range of peatland restoration techniques, including drain and gully blocking, peat hag reprofiling, bare peat stabilisation and installation of timber dams. The contract will be delivered over two winter working seasons between September 2027 and March 2029.

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