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title: "Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme & Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement & Main Works Construction"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-15"
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# Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme & Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement & Main Works Construction

Buyer: DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000792098

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## Summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is overseeing the Whitesands Project, a flood protection scheme and public realm improvement initiative in Dumfries. The procurement process follows an open procedure and encompasses both Early Contractor Involvement and Main Works Construction. The project is located in the UKM92 region and falls under the works industry category. The procurement process began with a planned notice in March 2025, and the contract was awarded in August 2025. The project is currently in the contract update stage, with the contract period expected to last approximately 1,290 days. The estimated contract value is £45.4 million, with the most recent update recorded in April 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for construction companies, particularly those with experience in flood defence and public infrastructure projects. The requirement for Early Contractor Involvement means businesses with expertise in detailed design development and constructability analysis are well-positioned to compete. The project emphasises collaboration and efficiency, making it suitable for large construction firms able to handle complex environmental and planning considerations, including waste, traffic management, and compliance with Health and Safety standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find opportunities through sub-contracting, particularly in supplier chain analysis and community benefits, which are central to the tender's objectives. McLaughlin & Harvey has been awarded the contract, having demonstrated their capability to deliver both stages of the project effectively, which underscores the scale and expertise required for success.

## Notice

Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme and Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and Main Works Construction

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Dumfries and Galloway Council ("The Employer") requires the services of a suitably qualified and experienced Consultant to support the detailed design development of the Whitesands Project through Early Contractor Involvement, including the production of a Report to detail the proposed methodology, findings and considerations relating to the delivery of the Whitesands Project. It is the Employer's intention to appoint a single Consultant to deliver the ECI and the subsequent Main Works Construction through a two-stage process: - Stage 1 - Early Contractor Involvement ("ECI") - Stage 2 - Main Works Construction ("Main Works") Stage 1 - Early Contract Involvement The Consultant is required to provide construction-focused advice and expertise to be considered throughout the detailed design in support of Gateway 3 work. This includes collaborating with the Scheme designers to ensure constructability of the Scheme, attending detailed design workshops, optimising cost and efficiency, and offering Consultant insights pre-construction. Stage 2 - Main Works Construction The Council would expect the chosen supplier to lead on delivery of the Main Works Construction, with elements including, but not limited to: - Health and Safety Management (CDM 2015) - Site Planning and Management - Waste Management - Traffic Management - Planning and License Condition Discharge

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553868 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Award date | 8 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £37,500,000 |
| Lots value | £37,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £45,446,058 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DUMFRIES |
| Post town | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Postcode | DG1 2HP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |
| Local authority | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Electoral ward | Nith |
| Westminster constituency | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Delivery location | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MCLAUGHLIN & HARVEY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45246400 - Flood-prevention works
- 45246410 - Flood-defences maintenance works
- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services
- 71530000 - Construction consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553868
- 17 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539434
- 25 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528976
- 5 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525250

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR525250&idx=1
  28th March 2025 - Slides shared during the Meet the Buyer Event on 21st March.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525250
  Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme & Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement & Main Works Construction - Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme and Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and Main Works Construction
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528976
  Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme & Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement & Main Works Construction - Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme and Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and Main Works Construction
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539434
  Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme & Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement & Main Works Construction - Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme and Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and Main Works Construction
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553868
  Whitesands Project (Flood Protection Scheme & Public Realm Improvements) - Early Contractor Involvement & Main Works Construction

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.dumgal.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000792098
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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