---
title: "18739 Macduff Aquarium Extension and Upgrade"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000775493"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2024-08-19"
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# 18739 Macduff Aquarium Extension and Upgrade

Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000775493

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## Summary

Aberdeenshire Council has initiated a tender for the construction and extension of the Macduff Marine Aquarium, located in the region of UKM50 (Aberdeen). The project, titled "18739 Macduff Aquarium Extension and Upgrade," falls under the general public services industry category and involves significant building improvements including new café areas, an upgraded reception, and enhanced display spaces. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with an end date for submissions set for 20th September 2024 at 12:00. The total estimated contract value is £9,000,000, and the procurement process is being conducted through an open procedure allowing for electronic submissions.

This tender offers substantial business opportunities, particularly for construction companies specializing in large-scale works and building upgrades. Firms with expertise in developing public facilities, managing complex renovations, and integrating advanced systems like ventilation and photovoltaic panels would be well-suited to compete. Moreover, businesses capable of delivering high-quality building expansions and implementing community benefit projects stand to benefit greatly from this contract, supporting their growth and market presence in the public infrastructure sector.

## Notice

The Works include the construction of one single storey and one two storey extension to the existing Macduff Marine Aquarium to provide an additional cafe, improved reception, shop, staff, plant and workshop areas and larger display areas. Works in the existing marine life display areas are largely restricted to decoration and heating upgrades. Alterations to the marine life support systems are minimal. A new ventilation layout is proposed with two external plant installations. Much of the front facade is to be removed and replaced to allow a larger building footprint. This also requires roof extensions and steel frame supports. The first floor cafe features large glazing panels. PV panels are to be installed on two roof areas. Parking alterations and landscaping improvements are included.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Works include the construction of one single storey and one two storey extension to the existing Macduff Marine Aquarium to provide an additional cafe, improved reception, shop, staff, plant and workshop areas and larger display areas. Works in the existing marine life display areas are largely restricted to decoration and heating upgrades. Alterations to the marine life support systems are minimal. A new ventilation layout is proposed with two external plant installations. Much of the front facade is to be removed and replaced to allow a larger building footprint. This also requires roof extensions and steel frame supports. The first floor cafe features large glazing panels. PV panels are to be installed on two roof areas. Parking alterations and landscaping improvements are included.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG512270 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000,000 |
| 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 | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB16 5RG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Northfield/Mastrick North |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG512270

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=25
  23rd August 2024 - Supplementary Architect Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=12
  23rd August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Landscape Architects Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=24
  23rd August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Landscape Architects Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=11
  23rd August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Civil Engineers Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=23
  23rd August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Civil Engineers Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=10
  23rd August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Structural Engineers Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=22
  23rd August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Structural Engineers Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=8
  23rd August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Electrical Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=21
  23rd August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Electrical Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=20
  20th August 2024 - 18739 M&E BoQs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=19
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 8D - CDM Pre construction info part 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=13
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 9C - Project Specifications
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=18
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 9C - Project Specifications
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=17
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Architects Drawings 2 of 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=7
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Architects Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=16
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Architects Drawings 1 of 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=14
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 9D - Bills of Quantities
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=15
  19th August 2024 - 18739 Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=9
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 9B - Mechanical Drawings
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=3
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 8C - BIM requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=4
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 8D - CDM Pre construction info
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=5
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 8G - Community Benefits Project Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=6
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 9A - Preliminaries
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=1
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 8A - SPD (Scotland V1.2)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512270&idx=2
  19th August 2024 - Appendix 8B - Schedule of Amendments
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG512270
  18739 Macduff Aquarium Extension and Upgrade - The Works include the construction of one single storey and one two storey extension to the existing Macduff Marine Aquarium to provide an additional cafe, improved reception, shop, staff, plant and workshop areas and larger display areas. Works in the existing marine life display areas are largely restricted to decoration and heating upgrades. Alterations to the marine life support systems are minimal. A new ventilation layout is proposed with two external plant installations. Much of the front facade is to be removed and replaced to allow a larger building footprint. This also requires roof extensions and steel frame supports. The first floor cafe features large glazing panels. PV panels are to be installed on two roof areas. Parking alterations and landscaping improvements are included.

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