---
title: "Proposed Peatland Restoration Murrister, Shetland"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000791260"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SHETLAND AMENITY TRUST"
published: "2025-02-26"
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# Proposed Peatland Restoration Murrister, Shetland

Buyer: SHETLAND AMENITY TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000791260

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## Summary

The Shetland Amenity Trust is inviting tenders for the "Proposed Peatland Restoration Murrister, Shetland" project. This procurement process, currently in the tender stage, seeks services for the restoration of approximately 40 hectares of peatland at Murrister on the west mainland of Shetland. The open procedure method allows for written submissions until 27th March 2025, with the awarding period starting from 2nd April 2025. The project is categorised under environmental protection and involves significant health and safety considerations, requiring submission of CVs for machine operators and proof of previous relevant experience.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services and peatland restoration. Companies with a background in restoration projects and a strong focus on health and safety practices will find this contract beneficial for business growth. Successful bidders will gain valuable experience and recognition by working with the Shetland Amenity Trust, enhancing their industry reputation and building a portfolio of significant environmental restoration projects. Businesses that can demonstrate competence in the required work and provide detailed evidence of their capabilities are well-suited to compete for this contract. The project duration will span from August 2025 till February 2026, offering a considerable engagement period for the winning bidder.

## Notice

Approx 40ha of peatland restoration at Murrister, on west mainland of Shetland

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Approx 40ha of peatland restoration on the Murrister apportionment, West mainland, Shetland. See additional information document for details

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524682 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Aug 2025 - 14 Feb 2026 |
| 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 | SHETLAND AMENITY TRUST |
| Locality | LERWICK |
| Post town | Lerwick |
| Postcode | ZE1 0NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Shetland Islands |
| Electoral ward | Lerwick North and Bressay |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM66 Shetland Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90700000 - Environmental services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524682

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524682&idx=1
  26th February 2025 - Murrister Peatland Restoration SOR
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB524682&idx=2
  26th February 2025 - Murrister Proposed Peatland Restoration Additional site information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524682
  Proposed Peatland Restoration Murrister, Shetland - Approx 40ha of peatland restoration at Murrister, on west mainland of Shetland

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.shetland-heritage.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000791260
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=791260

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