--- title: "Ardersier Port, Phase 2 - Dredging Works" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0676f6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0676f6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0676f6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0676f6.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARDERSIER PORT (SCOTLAND) LIMITED" published: "2026-03-27" --- # Ardersier Port, Phase 2 - Dredging Works Buyer: ARDERSIER PORT (SCOTLAND) LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0676f6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0676f6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0676f6.json) ## Summary The procurement process led by Ardersier Port (Scotland) Limited focuses on Phase 2 of the dredging works at Ardersier Port near Inverness, Scotland, classified as dredging and pumping works within the port industry category. It is part of a larger redevelopment project aimed at supporting offshore wind energy targets while stimulating economic growth in the Highlands. Currently at the tender stage, the procurement method employed is a competitive procedure with negotiation. Key deadlines include the tender closing date on 1st May 2026, followed by a planned invitation to tender on 15th May 2026. The works are scheduled to commence in the second quarter of 2028, providing substantial preparatory time for eligible businesses. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies with expertise in dredging and infrastructure projects. Firms with a strong background in similar works and the capability to meet extensive technical and economic criteria, including maintaining substantial turnover and insurance levels, are well-positioned to compete effectively. As the procurement process encourages electronic submissions, businesses can engage efficiently with the buyer, Ardersier Port (Scotland) Limited, directly within a structured framework tailored for public works governed by public law. Businesses specialising in construction and port operations can benefit from competitive strategic alignment, potentially extending their scope in future phases of work, thereby ensuring a long-term presence in a transformative development project in Scotland. ## Notice The Client shall appoint a contractor to undertake a continuation of the Phase 1 channel dredge for the entire length of the proposed Phase 2 new quay wall and to the further extent of the existing sheet pile wall being upgraded. The Phase 2 navigation channel will be dredged to -12.4mCD to the extent of the Phase 2 new quay wall (300m), -6.5mCD to the extent of the existing sheet pile wall being upgraded(758m) and be 140m wide (these works are the focus of this PQQ). The works are anticipated commence 2Q2028 dredging window. There will be a requirement for the Contractor to coordinate elements of works with the Clients quayside civils principal contractor and port operations. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Procurement Stages Stage 1 - Early Market Consultation - Before commencing procurement, consult the market with a view to gauging project interest, informing of procurement plans and project requirements. Stage 2 - Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) - Issue PQQ - Contractor submissions - Analyse and score submissions - Select shortlist of suppliers for Stage 3 Stage 3 - Invitation to Tender (ITT) / Competitive procedure with negotiation - Issue ITT - Hold structured meetings, discuss risk, technical queries and contract terms - Initial Contractor submissions - Analyse initial tender submissions - Negotiation period (assumptions, clarifications, exclusions, contract terms, etc.) - Final Contractor submissions - Evaluate and score final submissions - Select preferred bidder for Stage 4 Stage 4 - Contract Award - Notify Contractors of tender outcome - Stand still period - Contract finalisation and execution - Publish contract award notice Renewal: Potential to be extended in relation to scope changes and/or in relation to future phases of work. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028702-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 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 | £20,000,000 | | 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 | ARDERSIER PORT (SCOTLAND) LIMITED | | Locality | INVERNESS | | Post town | Inverness | | Postcode | IV2 7QX | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Culloden and Ardersier | | Westminster constituency | Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey | | Delivery location | TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45252124 - Dredging and pumping works ## Release History - 27 Mar 2026 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028702-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827520 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.haventus.com/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=827520 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30752 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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