--- title: "Aird Meadow Hide Replacement - RSPB Loch Winnoch" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000780411" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000780411" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000780411.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000780411.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND" published: "2024-10-11" --- # Aird Meadow Hide Replacement - RSPB Loch Winnoch Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000780411 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000780411) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000780411.json) ## Summary RSPB Scotland has initiated a tender for the design, supply, and installation of a raised all-access wildlife hide overlooking Aird Meadow Loch at RSPB Lochwinnoch, located in the UK region of Scotland (UKM). The procurement process, categorised under environmental protection, is currently in the tender stage, with electronic submissions due by 1st November 2024. The contract notice was published on 11th October 2024. The successful supplier will be tasked with delivering the project to the specified location, ensuring sustainable materials and features that add ecological value are utilised. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental construction, sustainable materials, and inclusive design. Companies with expertise in eco-friendly architecture and infrastructure, especially those experienced in working with nature reserves, would find this project particularly suited to their capabilities. With a focus on environmental protection and accessibility, participating in this tender can enhance a business's portfolio and contribute to significant ecological and community benefits. Businesses will need to ensure compliance with specific construction requirements and innovative solutions that meet RSPB Scotland's standards. ## Notice Tender for the Design, Supply and installation of a raised all access wildlife hide overlooking Aird Meadow Loch at RSPB Lochwinnoch ### Lot Information Lot 1 The successful supplier will supply a service to which the following points will apply: The information below is a statement of minimum requirements and is not intended to limit creative or original thinking in the preparation of proposals. 1. Design, supply and installation of an approximately 5.5m (W) x 2.5m (D) x2 m (H) wildlife hide at the location indicated on Map 1. - The hide should be constructed of sustainable materials and be all access (i.e. have facilities for wheelchair and pushchair access). - The hide should have an open back and large, open windows (see Picture 1 for example) to be welcoming to a wide range of audiences, and provide shelter from inclement weather while not being an attractive, enclosed site for anti-social behaviour. - The hide should have provision to prevent silhouetting and disturbance to wildlife (e.g. slatted screening to the rear - see Picture 2 for example). - The hide will be raised (similar to the existing hide which is being replaced) to provide an improved view, but must not allow unauthorised access beneath the hide. - High water levels may reach the hide, so please give details of how the main hide structure is to be supported and how it will be safeguarded against risks posed by high water levels. - If any plastics are proposed to be used in construction, they must be recycled and recyclable. Walking surfaces must be non-slip. If recycled plastic is used, the supplier must ensure the correct fixtures and fittings are used and check these with the suppliers of the recycled plastic. - There is a general presumption against the use of concrete. If this is required, this must be agreed in writing with the client before any contract is finalized. (Extra consents maybe required.) Quantities and locations of use should be included within the tender. - Features which add ecological value and/or demonstrate a reduction of negative impacts on the climate are required. Suggestions include a turf roof or built in nest boxes (e.g. for hirundine species). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516124 | | 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 | 11 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | RSPB SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9DH | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West | | Delivery location | TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45223000 - Structures construction work ## Release History - 11 Oct 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516124 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516124&idx=1 11th October 2024 - Aird Meadow Hide Replacement - Loch Winnoch ITT - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516124&idx=2 11th October 2024 - Map 1 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516124&idx=3 11th October 2024 - Picture 1 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT516124&idx=4 11th October 2024 - Picture 2 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516124 Aird Meadow Hide Replacement - RSPB Loch Winnoch - Tender for the Design, Supply and installation of a raised all access wildlife hide overlooking Aird Meadow Loch at RSPB Lochwinnoch ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.rspb.org.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000780411 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=780411 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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