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title: "Proposed 25 House Development at Coplands Road Stromness"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f7a8"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2025-12-17"
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# Proposed 25 House Development at Coplands Road Stromness

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f7a8

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Orkney Islands Council involves the construction of a 25-house development at Coplands Road, Stromness. Classified under construction work, the tender process currently stands active, with submissions due by 12:00 on 23 January 2026. The procurement method utilises a restricted procedure, allowing for a selective approach in tender submissions. Situated in the UKM65 region, the project's development spans two greenfield sites, divided into sites North and South, focusing on semi-detached bungalows. The estimated project value is £5,000,000, with a contract period lasting 660 days. An invitation to the second stage will be extended on 30 January 2026. This contract falls under works category with a procurement emphasis on quality and price, weighted at 20% and 80%, respectively.

This contracting opportunity presents substantial potential for business growth, particularly for construction companies experienced in housing developments. The tender invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors who can demonstrate expertise in sustainable building practices, given the community benefits requirements, which include fair work practices and climate consideration. Suppliers who excel in apprenticeship schemes and linking education initiatives will find this a favourable venture. With a focus on integrating services and infrastructure, companies skilled in landscaping, site planning, and multi-dwelling construction could competitively leverage their capabilities in this procurement. The electronic submission process facilitates efficient communication, offering streamlined opportunities for interested vendors to engage and expand their portfolios in the Orkney area.

## Notice

The works comprises the construction of a 25 House Development at Garson, Stromness. The Development is split over 2 adjacent serviced greenfield sites on Coplands Road. Site 1 - North comprises 2nr 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows and 7nr 1-bedroom semi-detached bungalows. Site 2 - South comprises 4nr 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows and 12nr 1-bedroom semi-detached bungalows.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The project comprises the construction of a 25 House Development at Garson, Stromness. The Development is split over 2 adjacent serviced greenfield sites on Coplands Road. Site 1 - North comprises 2nr 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows and 7nr 1-bedroom semi-detached bungalows. Site 2 - South comprises 4nr 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows and 12nr 1-bedroom semi-detached bungalows. The Contract will include obtaining approval from all required statutory bodies, including but not limited to local authority planning and building standards and utility/service provides, site works, boundary containment, landscaping, house construction and services within the curtilage of the sites. There will also be an element of external services and roads infrastructure, which includes forming new footpaths and integrating into existing roads infrastructure. Initial housing designs, site layouts, drainage and roads engineering has already been completed for the development which the Contractor will be required to adhere to. Additional information: Project subject to approval by Council including confirmation of external funding and meeting funding criteria.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083752-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | £5,000,000 |
| 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

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2025 at 11:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083752-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000818371
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=818371
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=796076
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=818371
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00369
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/

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