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title: "PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067590"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-26"
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# PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696)

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067590

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## Summary

The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with East Ayrshire Council leading a project titled "PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington", located in UKM93, United Kingdom. This initiative falls under the industry category of building extension work, focusing on construction work for educational and leisure facilities. The contract is a Design and Build project valued at £29 million, aimed at extending and modernising Doon Academy, while addressing asbestos issues in existing structures. Interested parties must submit their bids electronically by 1st May 2026, with the second stage invitations scheduled for 26th June 2026. The procurement process follows a selective method under a restricted procedure, ensuring adherence to GPA guidelines.

This tender offers significant opportunities for construction and engineering companies, particularly those specialising in educational infrastructure and leisure facilities. Businesses with expertise in refurbishment, asbestos removal, and building extensions will find this project a suitable fit. Success in this tender could enhance their portfolio through involvement in a high-profile community project, and allow them to contribute to various community benefits like work experience placements and local engagement. Furthermore, companies with proficient subcontractors in electrical, mechanical, and gas systems could gain competitive advantage. Meeting financial and certification criteria is crucial, fostering growth and business expansion within public sector collaborations.

## Notice

The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028102-2026 |
| 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 | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,000,000 |
| 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 | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities
- 45214200 - Construction work for school buildings
- 45214220 - Secondary school construction work
- 45262800 - Building extension work

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 15:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028102-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00223
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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