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title: "B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe Road Improvement, Yell, Shetland"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000791666"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-26"
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# B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe Road Improvement, Yell, Shetland

Buyer: SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000791666

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## Summary

The Shetland Islands Council, functioning as the buying organisation, undertook the procurement process titled "B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe Road Improvement, Yell, Shetland." This project falls under the industry category of works, specifically related to civil engineering. The location for this procurement is Yell in the Shetland Islands, within the UKM66 region. The procurement process followed an open procedure, part of a regulated framework under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Initially opened for tender on 11th April 2025 with a submission deadline on 13th May 2025, the award was subsequently made to C W Johnson Plant Ltd, with the contract signed on 24th June 2025. The project involves the construction of a 4.5 km road and carries a significant focus on peat restoration, reflecting adherence to environmental standards.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the civil engineering sector, especially those experienced with infrastructure projects in remote areas, similar to the criteria outlined in the selection process. SMEs with a track record of delivering high-quality construction services and who can navigate the regulatory and environmental aspects of such projects would be well-suited contenders. The contract, valued at approximately GBP 8.9 million, provides a robust platform for business growth, enhancing the company's portfolio with significant public works credentials. Businesses aiming to compete must demonstrate technical capability and sound financial health, as required by the stated selection criteria, which include a history of similar projects and robust financial standing.

## Notice

Shetland Islands Council propose to construct a new B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe, two-lane single carriageway in Yell, Shetland. The requirement involves the construction of a 6.3 metre wide 4.5km long carriageway on a new alignment in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and associated drainage infrastructure between the B9082 junction with the A968 Ulsta to Gutcher Road and its junction with the Cullivoe Pier road. There will be a significant area of peat restoration associated within the earthworks section of the works. The construction of the new road, infrastructure and landscaping, to be undertaken in a single phase.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The type of contract awarded is a Works contract. The procurement is a regulated procurement governed by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533360 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,445,286 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £8,915,948 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | LERWICK, SHETLAND |
| Post town | Lerwick |
| Postcode | ZE1 0LZ |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | C W JOHNSON PLANT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45233120 - Road construction works

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533360
- 11 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528198

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=8
  11th April 2025 - Drawings 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=9
  11th April 2025 - Drawings 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=10
  11th April 2025 - Drawings 3
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=11
  11th April 2025 - Appendix 1 - Ratios and Metrics
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=12
  11th April 2025 - Bank Reference Mandate Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=1
  11th April 2025 - Volume 1 - Instructions to Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=2
  11th April 2025 - Volume 2 - Form of Agreement and Contract Data
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=3
  11th April 2025 - Volume 3 - Scope
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=4
  11th April 2025 - Volume 4 - Site Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=5
  11th April 2025 - Volume 5 - Bill of Quantities.xlsx
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=6
  11th April 2025 - Volume 5 - Preamble to the Bill of Quantities
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528198&idx=7
  11th April 2025 - Non Collusion Certificate
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528198
  B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe Road Improvement, Yell, Shetland - Shetland Islands Council propose to construct a new B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe, two-lane single carriageway in Yell, Shetland. The requirement involves the construction of a 6.3 metre wide 4.5km long carriageway on a new alignment in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and associated drainage infrastructure between the B9082 junction with the A968 Ulsta to Gutcher Road and its junction with the Cullivoe Pier road. There will be a significant area of peat restoration associated within the earthworks section of the works. The construction of the new road, infrastructure and landscaping, to be undertaken in a single phase.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533360
  B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe Road Improvement, Yell, Shetland - Shetland Islands Council propose to construct a new B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe, two-lane single carriageway in Yell, Shetland. The requirement involves the construction of a 6.3 metre wide 4.5km long carriageway on a new alignment in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and associated drainage infrastructure between the B9082 junction with the A968 Ulsta to Gutcher Road and its junction with the Cullivoe Pier road. There will be a significant area of peat restoration associated within the earthworks section of the works. The construction of the new road, infrastructure and landscaping, to be undertaken in a single phase.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.shetland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000791666

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