--- title: "RSPB Powfoulis Managed Realignment - supply of feasibility study and dependent detailed engineering designs and supporting documents" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND" published: "2025-07-15" --- # RSPB Powfoulis Managed Realignment - supply of feasibility study and dependent detailed engineering designs and supporting documents Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340.json) ## Summary The RSPB Scotland is currently overseeing a public procurement process titled "RSPB Powfoulis Managed Realignment - supply of feasibility study and dependent detailed engineering designs and supporting documents." The procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on environmental protection. The project is situated at Powfoulis on the Firth of Forth, with the tender in the active stage. The process follows an open procedure, inviting electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland platform. Interested parties should be aware of the submission deadline set for 25th August 2025 at 12:00 PM, with an online briefing scheduled for 30th July 2025. This initiative seeks to engage a contractor for the feasibility study, detailed engineering designs, and supportive documents required for the managed realignment project. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services, engineering, and consultancy, particularly those focused on nature conservation and managed realignment projects. Companies with robust experience in feasibility studies, detailed design, and engineering analysis are well-positioned to leverage this contract to showcase their expertise and expand their portfolio within the environmental sector. The project not only allows businesses to engage with a leading charity but also contributes positively to environmental conservation efforts, offering a chance for sustainable business growth and enhancing their credentials in delivering complex engineering solutions. Interested firms are advised to prepare their submissions in English by the specified deadline to ensure their participation. ## Notice TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY, DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGNS AND CONSENTING INFORMATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF MANAGED REALIGNMENT AT POWFOULIS ON THE FIRTH OF FORTH ### Lot Information Lot 1 TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY, DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGNS AND CONSENTING INFORMATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF MANAGED REALIGNMENT AT POWFOULIS ON THE FIRTH OF FORTH Full details are given in the attached Invitation to Tender (ITT) document Your tender response should be emailed to toby.wilson@rspb.org.uk by 12pm on 25th August 2025. There will be an online briefing on 30th July 2025. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534676 | | 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 | 15 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Sep 2025 - 27 Mar 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 | 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 | TLM76 Falkirk | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis ## Release History - 15 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534676 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=14 12th August 2025 - invitation to tender as a Word document - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=13 12th August 2025 - Additional questions that came in outside PCS with answers. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=12 12th August 2025 - Additional questions not submitted via PCS with answers - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=11 5th August 2025 - Contains information from ground investigations and topographical surveys from the Skinflats site. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=9 15th July 2025 - Image 3 Inside field looking east - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=10 15th July 2025 - Image 4 Inside field looking east - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=7 15th July 2025 - Image 1 Embankment - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=8 15th July 2025 - Image 2 Embankment - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=5 15th July 2025 - 5.RSPB Skinflats Design and Access Statement ABPmer Report - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=6 15th July 2025 - 6.RSPB Skinflats_Modelling_surge addendum_18Dec17_ABPner Report - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=2 15th July 2025 - 2. Powfoulis MR study area - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=3 15th July 2025 - 3. RSPB Skinflats_feasibility_ABPmer report 15June17 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=4 15th July 2025 - 4.RSPB Skinflats Environment Appraisal Report - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534676&idx=1 15th July 2025 - 1.Powfoulis MR Design Brief to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534676 RSPB Powfoulis Managed Realignment - supply of feasibility study and dependent detailed engineering designs and supporting documents - TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY, DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGNS AND CONSENTING INFORMATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF MANAGED REALIGNMENT AT POWFOULIS ON THE FIRTH OF FORTH ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.rspb.org.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804340 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=804340 - 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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