---
title: "Invitation To Tender for the Restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e042"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-10"
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# Invitation To Tender for the Restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e042

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## Summary

The Orkney Islands Council is overseeing a public procurement process titled "Invitation To Tender for the Restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ" under the services category for repair and maintenance of musical instruments. Situated in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, this process is currently at the award stage as of 10th March 2026, after the tender stage was cancelled. It earlier saw an amendment extending deadlines to 31st March 2026. Although originally scheduled to end on 15th December 2025, the procurement method was open, allowing for electronic submissions. This tender had significant criteria focused on quality (80%) and price (20%), potentially disqualifying late tenders, and was subject to review under Scottish regulations, with potential court proceedings in case of disputes.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in musical instrument restoration and repair, particularly those with experience in large-scale projects. A successful bid in this tender could lead to substantial business growth, showcasing capabilities in prestigious heritage restorations like that of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ. Ideal candidates are those demonstrating a blend of technical expertise and economic viability and can engage with the open procurement procedures outlined by the Orkney Islands Council. The offered budget of 500,000 GBP for a 540-day period underscores the prospect of business expansion and establishing a reputable portfolio in heritage conservation services.

## Notice

Orkney Islands Council seeks a suitably qualified and experienced provider to support the restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ, Kirkwall, Orkney.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Orkney Islands Council seeks a suitably qualified and experienced provider to support and lead in the restoration of the St Magnus Cathedral Organ, Kirkwall, Orkney.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021196-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| 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

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 37311300 - Musical organs
- 45454100 - Restoration work
- 50860000 - Repair and maintenance services of musical instruments

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2026 at 10:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021196-2026
- 14 Nov 2025 at 11:36 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073907-2025
- 13 Nov 2025 at 11:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073470-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815055
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00369

## Provenance

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