---
title: "Loch Gruinart Reserve, Isle of Islay, Seawall Improvement Scheme"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000645250"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND"
published: "2022-05-24"
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# Loch Gruinart Reserve, Isle of Islay, Seawall Improvement Scheme

Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000645250

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## Summary

The contract titled "Loch Gruinart Reserve, Isle of Islay, Seawall Improvement Scheme" has been initiated by RSPB Scotland, located in Edinburgh, UK. This project is part of the works category in the environmental protection industry, aiming to enhance approximately 2km of seawall and field embankment at Loch Gruinart. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the contract was formally awarded on 16 April 2021, with a total value of £370,000. Although the bid opening was on 22 March 2021, key aspects of the project, including relevant dates and contract details, are pertinent for potential suppliers and businesses looking to engage with this initiative.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction and environmental improvement works, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise. Businesses specializing in civil engineering, drainage solutions, and landscaping are well-positioned to compete. By participating in this project, contractors can not only contribute to the conservation efforts of RSPB Scotland but also enhance their portfolio with a noteworthy environmental project, thereby fostering growth and visibility in the sector.

## Notice

This project aims to raise and improve approximately 2km of the current seawall and field embankment at Loch Gruinart, which currently protects part of RSPB Scotland's Loch Gruinart Nature Reserve and Craigens Farm belonging to Islay Estates. This will also involve upgrading and in places replacing existing drainage structures and reinstatement and landscaping of borrow areas.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This project aims to raise and improve approximately 2km of the current seawall and field embankment at Loch Gruinart, which currently protects part of RSPB Scotland's Loch Gruinart Nature Reserve and Craigens Farm belonging to Islay Estates. This will also involve upgrading and in places replacing existing drainage structures and reinstatement and landscaping of borrow areas.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY449725 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2021 - 1 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £370,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RSPB SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IAIN MACPHERSON & SON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 24 May 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY449725
- 23 Feb 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB407742

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=3
  23rd February 2021 - Pre-construction Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=9
  23rd February 2021 - Pre-construction Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=4
  23rd February 2021 - Sub-contractor form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=8
  23rd February 2021 - Sub-contractor form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=2
  23rd February 2021 - Earthworks specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=7
  23rd February 2021 - Earthworks specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=1
  23rd February 2021 - Activity schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=5
  23rd February 2021 - Tender contract document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB407742&idx=6
  23rd February 2021 - ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB407742
  Loch Gruinart Reserve, Isle of Islay, Seawall Improvement Scheme - This project aims to raise and improve approximately 2km of the current seawall and field embankment at Loch Gruinart, which currently protects part of RSPB Scotland's Loch Gruinart Nature Reserve and Craigens Farm belonging to Islay Estates. This will also involve upgrading and in places replacing existing drainage structures and reinstatement and landscaping of borrow areas.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY449725
  Loch Gruinart Reserve, Isle of Islay, Seawall Improvement Scheme - This project aims to raise and improve approximately 2km of the current seawall and field embankment at Loch Gruinart, which currently protects part of RSPB Scotland's Loch Gruinart Nature Reserve and Craigens Farm belonging to Islay Estates. This will also involve upgrading and in places replacing existing drainage structures and reinstatement and landscaping of borrow areas.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.rspb.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000645250
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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