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title: "RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000777834"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL"
published: "2025-04-17"
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# RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian

Buyer: WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000777834

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## Summary

West Lothian Council, located in Livingston, UK, has awarded a contract for RAAC works to domestic properties in West Lothian. This procurement targeted houses in Bathgate, Broxburn, Linlithgow, and Livingston within West Lothian, falling under the "works" category with the procurement method being an open procedure. The process started with planning, moved through tendering, and concluded with the award stage on 17th April 2025. The contract's estimated value is £2,058,938.00 and was awarded to Ailsa Building Contractors Ltd, signed on 12th February 2025. The procurement focused on structural upgrades following guidelines published by The Institution of Structural Engineers in April 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and building repair, particularly those equipped to handle reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) replacement. SMEs like the awarded Ailsa Building Contractors Ltd could benefit greatly from these contracts, enabling them to expand their operations and build a stronger presence in public works. The detailed requirements including compliance with environmental and labour law, as well as financial stability assessments, make it suited for businesses with robust financial health and an experienced workforce in RAAC works.

## Notice

Award of RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian

### Lot Information

RAAC Roof Replacement Programme - Entrance Areas to Various Common Entrance Flats Vestibules within the McLeod Street, Fergusson Road, and Almondell Road area of Broxburn

On 17th April 2023 The Institution of Structural Engineers published the Document "Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) Investigation and Assessment - Further Guidance" which amongst other things, altered the recommended minimum end bearing for RAAC Roof Panels from the previous standard of 45mm to the new standard of 75mm. Following a structural survey, the presence of RAAC was identified at a number of domestic properties, both common entrance flats and low-rise properties. As such a programme of works is being developed to replace all RAAC roof panels in WLC owned domestic properties. This contract will target properties in selected streets in the Bathgate, Broxburn, Linlithgow, and Livingston areas of West Lothian. The streets containing the houses in question are a mixture of West Lothian Council owned houses, houses owned by other Registered Social Landlords, as well as privately owned and/or rented houses. All the houses are ex local authority or Development Corporation houses. In the majority. Re: SPD Q3D.1, 3D.2 and 3D.3 Bidders should answer these questions on Environmental, social and labour law in relation to compliance with the regulations covering Scotland and the UK.

RAAC Roof Replacement Programme - Single and two storey houses in Bathgate, Broxburn, Linlithgow Bridge, and Livingston.

On 17th April 2023 The Institution of Structural Engineers published the Document "Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) Investigation and Assessment - Further Guidance" which amongst other things, altered the recommended minimum end bearing for RAAC Roof Panels from the previous standard of 45mm to the new standard of 75mm. Following a structural survey, the presence of RAAC was identified at a number of domestic properties, both common entrance flats and low-rise properties. As such a programme of works is being developed to replace all RAAC roof panels in WLC owned domestic properties. This contract will target properties in selected streets in the Bathgate, Broxburn, Linlithgow, and Livingston areas of West Lothian. The streets containing the houses in question are a mixture of West Lothian Council owned houses, houses owned by other Registered Social Landlords, as well as privately owned and/or rented houses. All the houses are ex local authority or Development Corporation houses. In the majority the houses are part of terrace rows and West Lothian Council do not own any entire terrace. As such cognisance of the fact that non West Lothian Council houses will be adjacent to houses where work will be taking place and that all efforts will need to be taken to ensure the integrity of both the adjacent structure in terms of stability and weather proofing. The Contractor shall deliver the following services: Up to 69 Houses - The works extend to: replacement of the RAAC roof planks with a proprietary insulated flat roof, laid to falls and new roof drainage where required. Works include removing the existing waterproofing roof covering; removal, disposal of the RAAC structural roofing panels and installation of new flat roof; reinstatement of internal services such as lighting and any other electrical services, smoke detection and ventilation ductwork where affected by the works; decoration; and making good to other areas which will be affected during the course of the works.. It is intended to hold a Supplier Engagement Event on Tuesday 8th October at 10am via MS Teams An invitation will be issued via email. Please email george.smith@westlothian.gov.uk to advise if you wish to attend

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528650 |
| 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 | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,058,938 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVINGSTON |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH54 6FF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM14 West Lothian |
| Local authority | West Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Livingston South |
| Westminster constituency | Livingston |
| Delivery location | TLM78 West Lothian |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AILSA BUILDING CONTRACTORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 44112400 - Roof
- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses
- 45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works
- 45261900 - Roof repair and maintenance work

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528650
- 18 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518548
- 28 Oct 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517056
- 25 Sep 2024 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514883

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514883
  RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian - RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517056
  RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian - RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528650
  RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian - Award of RAAC works to Domestic Properties in West Lothian

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.westlothian.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000777834
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/

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