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Tender

11 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Argyll and the Isles Coast and Countryside Trust (ACT), based in Lochgilphead, Argyll, is inviting tenders for a significant peatland restoration project at Ardlussa Estate on the Isle of Jura. This environmental protection initiative is classified under the services industry category and aims to recover 235 hectares of degraded blanket bog. The tender process is in the active stage, with an open procedure for submission. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 9th September 2026 at noon. The contract, contingent upon securing funding from Peatland ACTION, will commence on 1st April 2027, concluding by 31st March 2028. Prospective suppliers have the opportunity to attend a site visit on 23rd September 2026.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services and restoration projects, particularly those experienced in peatland recovery. Firms with strong technical expertise and capabilities to handle extensive environmental projects will find this contract appealing. The open procurement method encourages broader participation, allowing businesses to compete by electronically submitting their proposals. Participation in this project not only boosts business growth through substantial contract value but also strengthens a firm's portfolio in environmental conservation efforts, especially given its high visibility through collaboration with a notable organisation dedicated to land restoration and environmental sustainability.

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Notice Title

Proposed Peatland Restoration at Ardlussa Estate, Jura

Notice Description

Proposed peatland restoration project at Ardlussa Estate on the Isle of Jura. The aim of the project is to bring 235ha of degraded blanket bog back onto the road to recovery. A contract will only be issues if the project is successfully awarded funding from Peatland ACTION. This project is being advertised by ACT on behalf of the Andrew Fletcher's Ardlussa Trust.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Proposed peatland restoration project at Ardlussa Estate on the Isle of Jura. The aim of the project is to bring 235ha of degraded blanket bog back onto the road to recovery. A contract will only be issued for this project if the project is successfully awarded funding from Peatland ACTION. This project is being advertised by ACT on behalf of the Andrew Fletcher's Ardlussa Trust.. A contract will only be issued for this project if the project is successfully awarded funding from Peatland ACTION. This project is being advertised by ACT on behalf of the Andrew Fletcher's Ardlussa Trust.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839458
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562060
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

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

09112200 - Peat

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
11 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2027 - 31 Mar 2028 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
ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ARGYLL
Postcode
PA31 8SH
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562060
    Proposed Peatland Restoration at Ardlussa Estate, Jura - Proposed peatland restoration project at Ardlussa Estate on the Isle of Jura. The aim of the project is to bring 235ha of degraded blanket bog back onto the road to recovery. A contract will only be issues if the project is successfully awarded funding from Peatland ACTION. This project is being advertised by ACT on behalf of the Andrew Fletcher's Ardlussa Trust.

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