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24 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust for Scotland invites qualified contractors to participate in an active procurement process to undertake refurbishment and repair works at St Kilda Church as part of the "St Kilda Church Works (2026-27)" project. This contract is operating under an open procedure, focusing on works within the Conservation and Heritage industry category. Located in the Western Isles, about 66 km west of Benbecula in the Outer Hebrides archipelago, this project is part-funded by Historic Environment Scotland. The tender submission deadline is set for 24th August 2026, with the contract work scheduled to start on 1st October 2026 and conclude by 30th September 2027. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their applications electronically via the specified online platform.

This tender presents valuable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in joinery, roofing, masonry, and painting, particularly those with expertise in heritage and conservation projects. Businesses that can demonstrate competence in handling such projects, along with the capacity to engage in electronic submissions and auctions, will find this contract appealing. Given the scope of work and funding support from Historic Environment Scotland, firms experienced in similar conservation efforts will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this project could enhance a company's portfolio and reputation in the conservation sector, potentially leading to further contractual opportunities in both public and private sectors.

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Notice Title

St Kilda Church Works (2026-27)

Notice Description

The National Trust for Scotland is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and competent contractor to lead on the refurbishment and repair works at St Kilda Church. The scope of works includes Joinery, Roofing, Masonry, Painting.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Trust for Scotland is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and competent contractor to lead on the refurbishment and repair works at St Kilda Church. The scope of works includes Joinery, Roofing, Masonry, Painting.. This St Kilda Church Works (2026-27) project/contract is part funded by Historic Environment Scotland (HES)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838403
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560902
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45212313 - Museum construction work

92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings

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
24 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 6-12 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
NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9LD
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
TLM Scotland, TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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