---
title: "Tender for Drilling and Blasting Works at Aberdeenshire Quarries"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02c831"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2022-06-13"
---

# Tender for Drilling and Blasting Works at Aberdeenshire Quarries

Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02c831

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## Summary

The Aberdeenshire Council has issued a tender titled "Tender for Drilling and Blasting Works at Aberdeenshire Quarries," classified under installation services of quarrying machinery within the construction industry. This tender is currently in the active stage, with bids scheduled to close on 30 August 2021. The contract value is estimated at £520,000 and the works are to be carried out in Aberdeenshire, UK, over a contract period of four years. The procurement method followed is the open procedure, allowing for broad competition among suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in quarrying and construction services, especially those specialising in drilling and blasting works. Companies with a proven track record in similar projects, experience in delivering community benefits, and capabilities in sustainable practices will have a competitive edge. The tender encourages electronic submissions, making it accessible for both small and medium-sized enterprises and larger contractors who can meet the rigorous quality and experience criteria outlined in the procurement process.

## Notice

Drill and Blast Works

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016094-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £520,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £150,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB16 5GB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAM RITCHIES - A DIVISION OF BAM NUTTALL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 45111210 - Blasting and associated rock-removal work
- 45111211 - Blasting work
- 51541200 - Installation services of quarrying machinery

## Release History

- 13 Jun 2022 at 09:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016094-2022
- 15 Jul 2021 at 09:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016575-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000660716
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00232

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