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title: "Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067924"
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# Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer

Buyer: SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067924

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## Summary

The procurement process for the refurbishment of the Janet Courtney Hostel in Lerwick, Shetland, involved the acquisition of architectural services, including the role of Principal Designer under the Construction Regulations 2015. Awarded by the Shetland Islands Council, this contract focuses on providing full design and specification of drawings, acquisition of consents, and management of onsite works. The contract falls under the 'services' industry category, classified specifically as 'Architectural and related services'. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure and resulted in a contract being awarded to Robert Potter and Partners on 26th May 2026. Key delivery locations include the Lerwick area in the Shetland Islands.

This tender creates significant opportunities for architectural firms looking to contribute to public service enhancements in regional areas, especially those with expertise in design and construction management. The nature of the refurbishment project requires organisations that possess comprehensive technical and economic capabilities, making it particularly suitable for SMEs with experience in similar projects. The contract, which is valued at GBP 183,667.2, offers a promising avenue for businesses to enhance their portfolio by undertaking impactful public sector projects. Additionally, as the contract stipulates an engagement time of 1080 days with a focus on quality and price, it encourages competitive participation from firms capable of delivering high-standard architectural services while complying with the stipulated legal and professional requirements.

## Notice

Provision of architectural services to form part of design team for the refurbishment of the Janet Courtney Hostel. Services comprise full design and specification of drawings and documents, acquisition of consents, assist in appointment of Contractor and full CA duties to supervise and manage works onsite. The appointment will also include the role of Lead Designer under the Construction Regulations 2015 (CDM).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The type of contract awarded is a Services contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056063-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 May 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £183,667 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | LERWICK, SHETLAND |
| Post town | Lerwick |
| Postcode | ZE1 0LZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Shetland Islands |
| Electoral ward | Lerwick North and Bressay |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM66 Shetland Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROBERT POTTER AND PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 09:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056063-2026
- 31 Mar 2026 at 12:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029663-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.shetland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823302
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00402

## Provenance

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