--- title: "PEATLAND RESTORATION SCHEME, RSPB Oa Phase 3, Islay" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND" published: "2025-07-16" --- # PEATLAND RESTORATION SCHEME, RSPB Oa Phase 3, Islay Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345.json) ## Summary The procurement process is initiated by RSPB Scotland for the "Peatland Restoration Scheme, RSPB Oa Phase 3, Islay," focusing on environmental protection in the works industry category. The project location is the RSPB Oa reserve, approximately 7.5 km southwest of Port Ellen, Islay, in Argyll. The tender is currently in the active stage, with key dates including a compulsory site visit on 22nd July 2025 and a submission deadline on 5th August 2025 at 9:00 am. This open procurement procedure invites electronic submissions through the Public Contracts Scotland portal. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in environmental restoration and construction works, particularly those experienced in peatland rehabilitation projects. Suitable contractors will have the chance to contribute to significant ecological improvements in a key natural reserve, fostering growth by building a reputation for excellence in environmental conservation. Companies with expertise in managing complex terrain and restoring sensitive land environments will be well-suited to compete, offering potential for both professional development and environmental stewardship. ## Notice To repair damage on 247 Ha of peatland within RSPBs Oa nature reserve on Islay, to restore banket bog functionality. Peatland restoration activities will comprise of blocking artificial drainage and erosion gullies and reprofiling steep bare face peat hags and former peat cuttings ### Lot Information Lot 1 Our aim is to repair damage on 247 Ha of peatland within RSPBs Oa nature reserve on Islay, so that the blanket bog can restore its functionality. Peatland restoration activities will comprise of blocking artificial drainage and erosion gullies and reprofiling steep bare face peat hags and former peat cuttings ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534825 | | 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 | 16 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2025 | | 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 | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 45232451 - Drainage and surface works - 45232452 - Drainage works - 45262640 - Environmental improvement works - 90700000 - Environmental services ## Release History - 16 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534825 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=12 23rd July 2025 - here are the Q&A from mandatory site visit to oa P3 yesterday. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=5 16th July 2025 - Appendix 1 Map 4 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=6 16th July 2025 - Appendix 1 Map 5 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=7 16th July 2025 - Appendix 2 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=8 16th July 2025 - Appendix 3 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=9 16th July 2025 - Appendix 4 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=10 16th July 2025 - Appendix 5 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=11 16th July 2025 - Appendix 6 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=2 16th July 2025 - Appendix 1 Map 1 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=3 16th July 2025 - Appendix 1 Map 2 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=4 16th July 2025 - Appendix 1 Map 3 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534825&idx=1 16th July 2025 - P149 Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534825 PEATLAND RESTORATION SCHEME, RSPB Oa Phase 3, Islay - To repair damage on 247 Ha of peatland within RSPBs Oa nature reserve on Islay, to restore banket bog functionality. Peatland restoration activities will comprise of blocking artificial drainage and erosion gullies and reprofiling steep bare face peat hags and former peat cuttings ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.rspb.org.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=804345 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804345.json.