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title: "Peatland ACTION - Installation of a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000716139"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE"
published: "2023-12-19"
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# Peatland ACTION - Installation of a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland

Buyer: SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000716139

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## Summary

Scottish Natural Heritage has awarded a contract for the "Peatland ACTION – Installation of a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland" project in Racks Moss, Dumfries and Galloway. The tender process was completed on 12th December 2023. The contract value is £68,563.49 GBP, and the procurement method was an open procedure for works below the regulated threshold. The project involves environmental protection measures and is aimed at supporting peatland restoration efforts. The deadline for completion is before the end of March 2023.

This contract offers opportunities for businesses involved in environmental protection, particularly in works related to peatland restoration and forestry. The project is suited for qualified contractors experienced in environmental impact minimization, greenhouse gas monitoring, and construction of scaffolding towers. Businesses with expertise in providing training and documentation for safety purposes in environmental projects will find this tender suitable. The location of the project is in Dumfries and Galloway, UK, and bidders should ensure compliance with all project requirements and deadlines.

## Notice

NatureScot requires a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to install a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland site at Racks Moss, Dumfries and Galloway. Installation must use measures to minimise adverse environmental impacts and site disturbance. The contractor will also provide appropriate training and documentation to personnel from NatureScot and partners to ensure safe use of the tower. A final report will be produced detailing the installation, use, maintenance and decommissioning of the tower. The tower will enable greenhouse gas monitoring equipment to be fixed to the structure above the tree canopy. The work must be completed as soon as possible and before the end of March 2023 at the latest. The contract is for works below the regulated threshold for works but is being advertised to reach a wider potential field of candidates. Full details are set out in the Statement of Requirements document attached to this notice.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Peatland ACTION supports peatland restoration across Scotland with funding provided by the Scottish Government. This requires robust monitoring to assess restoration effectiveness and inform future work. NatureScot requires a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to install a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland site at Racks Moss, Dumfries and Galloway. This will make use of an existing Layher tower that is stored unused. The tower will be installed to a height of 25 metres and will be in position for up to 10 years. It will be located on deep peat planted for forestry and measures must be used to minimise adverse environmental impacts and site disturbance. The contractor will also provide appropriate training and documentation to personnel from NatureScot and partners to ensure safe use and inspection of the tower. A final report will be produced detailing the installation, use, maintenance and decommissioning of the tower. The tower will enable greenhouse gas monitoring equipment to be fixed to the structure above the tree canopy. It is strongly advised that any bidder visits the site prior to tendering. Site visits can be facilitated upon request on 19/12/2022 and 06/01/2023. The work must be completed as soon as possible and before the end of March 2023 at the latest. The contract is for works below the regulated threshold for works but is being advertised to reach a wider potential field of candidates. Full details are set out in the Statement of Requirements document attached to this notice.. The contract is for works below the regulated threshold for works but is being advertised to reach a wider potential field of candidates. Full details are set out in the Statement of Requirements document attached to this notice. Any questions must be submitted by 17:00 on 19/12/2022. Bidders must ensure they allow sufficient time to upload their tender documents by 17:00 on 13/01/2023.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495146 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | 19 Dec 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Dec 2023 |
| Contract period | 23 Jan 2023 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £68,563 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 8NW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland, TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DULAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 09112200 - Peat
- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 44212230 - Towers
- 44212310 - Scaffolding
- 44212317 - Scaffolding structures
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45214620 - Research and testing facilities construction work
- 45214630 - Scientific installations
- 45262120 - Scaffolding erection work
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71313410 - Risk or hazard assessment for construction
- 71313420 - Environmental standards for construction
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 90700000 - Environmental services
- 90720000 - Environmental protection

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2023 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495146
- 12 Dec 2023 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC494701
- 8 Dec 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC466444

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=2
  20th December 2022 - Statement of Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=10
  20th December 2022 - Statement of Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=9
  20th December 2022 - Annex F - Photographs of Racks Moss Access and Installation Site
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=8
  20th December 2022 - Annex F - Map of Peat Depth Measurements at Installation Site
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=7
  20th December 2022 - Annex F - Map of Site Access and Constraints
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=5
  8th December 2022 - Annex E - Scientific Equipment Specifications
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=6
  8th December 2022 - NatureScot Conditions of Contract for the Provision of Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=1
  8th December 2022 - Invitation to Tender Letter
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=3
  8th December 2022 - Annex E - Proposed Scaffold Tower Design
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC466444&idx=4
  8th December 2022 - Annex E - Proposed Scaffold Tower Design Analysis
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC466444
  Peatland ACTION - Installation of a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland - NatureScot requires a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to install a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland site at Racks Moss, Dumfries and Galloway. Installation must use measures to minimise adverse environmental impacts and site disturbance. The contractor will also provide appropriate training and documentation to personnel from NatureScot and partners to ensure safe use of the tower. A final report will be produced detailing the installation, use, maintenance and decommissioning of the tower. The tower will enable greenhouse gas monitoring equipment to be fixed to the structure above the tree canopy. The work must be completed as soon as possible and before the end of March 2023 at the latest. The contract is for works below the regulated threshold for works but is being advertised to reach a wider potential field of candidates. Full details are set out in the Statement of Requirements document attached to this notice.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC494701
  Peatland ACTION - Installation of a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland - NatureScot requires a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to install a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland site at Racks Moss, Dumfries and Galloway. Installation must use measures to minimise adverse environmental impacts and site disturbance. The contractor will also provide appropriate training and documentation to personnel from NatureScot and partners to ensure safe use of the tower. A final report will be produced detailing the installation, use, maintenance and decommissioning of the tower. The tower will enable greenhouse gas monitoring equipment to be fixed to the structure above the tree canopy. The work must be completed as soon as possible and before the end of March 2023 at the latest. The contract is for works below the regulated threshold for works but is being advertised to reach a wider potential field of candidates. Full details are set out in the Statement of Requirements document attached to this notice.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495146
  Peatland ACTION - Installation of a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland - NatureScot requires a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to install a Layher scaffolding tower on an afforested peatland site at Racks Moss, Dumfries and Galloway. Installation must use measures to minimise adverse environmental impacts and site disturbance. The contractor will also provide appropriate training and documentation to personnel from NatureScot and partners to ensure safe use of the tower. A final report will be produced detailing the installation, use, maintenance and decommissioning of the tower. The tower will enable greenhouse gas monitoring equipment to be fixed to the structure above the tree canopy. The work must be completed as soon as possible and before the end of March 2023 at the latest. The contract is for works below the regulated threshold for works but is being advertised to reach a wider potential field of candidates. Full details are set out in the Statement of Requirements document attached to this notice.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nature.scot
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000716139
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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