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title: "Land Reclamation Works and Construction of boat launch and retrieval slipway"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000805186"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "TARBERT (LOCH FYNE) HARBOUR AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-07-30"
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# Land Reclamation Works and Construction of boat launch and retrieval slipway

Buyer: TARBERT (LOCH FYNE) HARBOUR AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000805186

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## Summary

Tarbert (Loch Fyne) Harbour Authority is initiating a procurement process for the construction of land reclamation works and a new boat launch and retrieval slipway at Tarbert Harbour, located in Argyll and Bute, UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a Prior Information Notice being used to inform the market and attract potential contractors. As a central purchasing body and buyer, the Tarbert Harbour Authority is focusing on works related to leisure, tourism, and fishing industries. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses by 11th August 2025, with a future notice date set for 25th August 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for those in the civil and maritime engineering sectors. Companies specialising in site preparation, construction of slipway structures, land reclamation, and associated works such as surface finishes and infrastructure installation are well-placed to compete. The project aligns with the Tarbert Harbour Authority’s commitment to enhancing recreational activities and supporting local community engagement, making it an attractive opportunity for firms looking to expand their portfolio in public works within the UK. The project promises long-term engagements and potential for further collaborations with a well-established social enterprise.

## Notice

This Prior Information Notice is published to inform the market and identify potential contractors who would be interested in a forthcoming tender process, to be conducted by Tarbert Harbour Authority, for the construction of land reclamation works and a new boat launch and retrieval slipway at Tarbert Harbour. The project will support increased recreational and small craft activity and provide launch and retrieval access to/from the water for local and visiting vessels. The scope of the works is expected to include (but is not limited to): - Site preparation and enabling works - Land Reclamation Works - Construction of a slipway structure (anticipated to be reinforced concrete paving over causeway type construction) and installation of a small kayak pontoon. - Associated civil and maritime engineering works - Provision of surface finishes, drainage, electricity and safety features - Environmental and regulatory compliance

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This Prior Information Notice is published to inform the market and identify potential contractors who would be interested in a forthcoming tender process, to be conducted by Tarbert Harbour Authority, for the construction of land reclamation works and a new boat launch and retrieval slipway at Tarbert Harbour. The project will support increased recreational and small craft activity and provide launch and retrieval access to/from the water for local and visiting vessels. The scope of the works is expected to include (but is not limited to): - Site preparation and enabling works - Land Reclamation Works - Construction of a slipway structure (anticipated to be reinforced concrete paving over causeway type construction) and installation of a small kayak pontoon. - Associated civil and maritime engineering works - Provision of surface finishes, drainage, electricity and safety features - Environmental and regulatory compliance. Tarbert (Loch Fyne) Harbour Authority (THA) is a not-for-profit Trust Port, established in 1912 and recognised as a social enterprise. It is an independent statutory body governed by its own legislation an guided by Government Code of Practice. The Authority works closely with the local community, providing benefits for all its stakeholders. Responses are requested by 11.8.25.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535872 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 25 Aug 2025 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TARBERT (LOCH FYNE) HARBOUR AUTHORITY |
| Locality | TARBERT |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA29 6UG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Argyll and Bute |
| Electoral ward | Kintyre and the Islands |
| Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45244000 - Marine construction works

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535872

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL535872&idx=1
  30th July 2025 - Land Reclamation Works and Access Slipway Drawings combined
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535872
  Land Reclamation Works and Construction of boat launch and retrieval slipway - This Prior Information Notice is published to inform the market and identify potential contractors who would be interested in a forthcoming tender process, to be conducted by Tarbert Harbour Authority, for the construction of land reclamation works and a new boat launch and retrieval slipway at Tarbert Harbour. The project will support increased recreational and small craft activity and provide launch and retrieval access to/from the water for local and visiting vessels. The scope of the works is expected to include (but is not limited to): - Site preparation and enabling works - Land Reclamation Works - Construction of a slipway structure (anticipated to be reinforced concrete paving over causeway type construction) and installation of a small kayak pontoon. - Associated civil and maritime engineering works - Provision of surface finishes, drainage, electricity and safety features - Environmental and regulatory compliance

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.tarbertharbour.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000805186
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=805186

## Provenance

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