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title: "Orkney Community Wind Farms (OCWF) - Balance of Plant Contract"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04f96b"
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# Orkney Community Wind Farms (OCWF) - Balance of Plant Contract

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04f96b

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## Summary

The Orkney Islands Council is currently in the tender stage for the "Orkney Community Wind Farms (OCWF) - Balance of Plant Contract." This procurement falls under the works category, specifically targeting complete or part construction and civil engineering work. It involves the development of two wind farms in the Orkney Islands, namely the Quanterness and Faray Wind Farms. The tender is active, with the submission deadline set for 27th August 2025. These significant projects have outlined their operational commencement dates, with Quanterness expected to start in June 2028 and Faray in May 2030, after obtaining necessary planning consents and grid connection agreements. This contract presents several opportunities, including technical and civil management per the selective procurement process, under the restricted procedure.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those with expertise in civil and electrical works related to wind farm developments. With investments totalling £18,000,000, this procurement could significantly enhance the growth prospects for firms specialising in reinforced-concrete structures, substation construction, and marine construction works. Firms demonstrating capabilities in providing project management, HSE coordination, and technical expertise will be well-positioned to compete successfully. Additionally, the procurement process includes community benefits, which encourages employment and training opportunities, advancing environmental benefits and equal opportunities recruitment, allowing businesses to bolster their ethical and social responsibility portfolios.

## Notice

Orkney Islands Council (OIC) is developing Orkney Community Wind Farms, comprising two windfarms in the Orkney Islands. Quanterness wind farm, located on Mainland Orkney (Northwest of Kirkwall), consisting of six circa 4.8 MW Wind Turbine Generators. Faray wind farm, located on the uninhabited island of Faray in the North isles, consisting of six circa 4.8 MW Wind Turbine Generators. Both wind farms have obtained all planning consent and grid connection agreements. Quanterness is due to commence operation in June 2028, with Faray commencing operation in May 2030.

### Lot Information

Quanterness Wind Farm - ECC

The Balance of Plant works required for Orkney Community Wind Farms is to complete the design and build of the civils and electrical works in advance of the WTG installer. This will include the following works: Project and technical management HSE coordination Provision of required site facilities for staff Permit control Site design (clarifying approved design and implementing) Site clearance, excavation preparation works Access roads and crane pads WTG foundations Substation building and installation Cable ducting, installation and commissioning Maintenance and protection of all installed items during construction phase Site clearance of all materials, equipment etc Snagging and defects lists

Faray Wind Farm - ECI

The Balance of Plant works required for Orkney Community Wind Farms is to complete the design and build of the civils and electrical works in advance of the WTG installer. This will include the following works: Project and technical management HSE coordination Provision of required site facilities for staff Permit control Site design (clarifying approved design and implementing) Site clearance, excavation preparation works Access roads and crane pads Marine Offloading Facilities WTG foundations Substation building and installation Cable ducting, installation and commissioning Maintenance and protection of all installed items during construction phase Site clearance of all materials, equipment etc Snagging and defects lists

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043429-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | 15 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,000,000 |
| Lots value | £18,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKWALL |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW15 1NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Kirkwall East |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45220000 - Engineering works and construction works
- 45223500 - Reinforced-concrete structures
- 45232200 - Ancillary works for electricity power lines
- 45232220 - Substation construction work
- 45233226 - Access road construction work
- 45244000 - Marine construction works
- 45244200 - Jetties

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2025 at 11:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043429-2025
- 27 Mar 2025 at 12:13 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011521-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794057
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=805396
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=805396
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00369
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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