--- title: "North Scotland/Wick John O'Groats Airport PSO Scheduled Flight Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f648" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f648" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f648.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f648.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL" published: "2025-12-16" --- # North Scotland/Wick John O'Groats Airport PSO Scheduled Flight Services Buyer: THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f648 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f648) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05f648.json) ## Summary The Highland Council is actively seeking tender submissions for the provision of scheduled flight services between Wick John O’Groats Airport and Aberdeen/Edinburgh Airports under the title "North Scotland/Wick John O’Groats Airport PSO Scheduled Flight Services". This procurement falls within the air transport services category and aims to boost connectivity in North Scotland. The tender is currently in an active stage, with submissions being accepted until 16th February 2026, and the contract likely to commence shortly thereafter. Interested parties should note the 720-day duration of the contract period, with potential for a 24-month extension. This open procedure allows electronic submissions and encourages timely dispatch to ensure compliance with all requirements. The tender aligns with community benefit policies and aims to foster collaborative engagement with Transport Scotland for subsidy discussions. This tender presents a unique opportunity for airlines, particularly those capable of offering adaptable services to meet fluctuating demand. Businesses well-versed in air transport with a solid track record of environmental responsibility and relevant licences are perfectly placed to take advantage of expanding their services. The emphasis on maintaining consistent communication and the potential contract extension offers sustained growth and partnership benefits. Successful bidders will play a pivotal role in enhancing regional visibility and fostering economic stimulation, aligning with The Highland Council’s strategic goals of maintaining accessible and desirable travel options for diverse groups including tourists and local communities. ## Notice THC is in discussions with Transport Scotland regarding subsidy provision for this service to help encourage airlines to offer their services and work in collaboration with THC to achieve these benefits. THC consider that continuing air services between Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC) and Aberdeen (ABZ) and expanding these to include Edinburgh (EDI) shall enhance the visibility of the area and help stimulate the economy to ensure that the north of Scotland remains accessible and desirable for travellers, business people and the local community alike. THC consider that an expanded air service will be an exciting and prosperous venture. THC are therefore looking for equally enthusiastic air service operator(s) to work with the Council in making these positive outcomes a reality and are welcoming tenders on this basis. ### Lot Information Lot 1 A scheduled air passenger service between Wick John O'Groats Airport and both Aberdeen and Edinburgh Airports. Tenderers shall be able to price a range of comprehensive timetabling and frequency options, so that the services can be flexed according to demonstrable demand, without the need to re-tender. The Highland Council intend to work closely with the air operator throughout the life of the Contract to ensure successful delivery. To that end, there shall be clear communication channels established and regular contract management meetings to help reinforce the collaborated approach. Renewal: An extension for a period of up to 24 Months is possible. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083162-2025 | | 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 | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | December 2029 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL | | Locality | INVERNESS | | Post town | Inverness | | Postcode | IV3 5NX | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Inverness West | | Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM6 Highlands and Islands, TLM75 City of Edinburgh | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60400000 - Air transport services ## Release History - 16 Dec 2025 at 10:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083162-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.highland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000818605 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=818605 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=818605 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00045 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05f648. 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