--- title: "Construction of Active Travel Route at the River Irvine" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000809692" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809692" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809692.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809692.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-20" --- # Construction of Active Travel Route at the River Irvine Buyer: NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000809692 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809692) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809692.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by North Ayrshire Council involves the construction of an active travel route along the River Irvine, classified under general public services within the works category. This tender is in the 'Tender' stage, with an open procedure as the procurement method. Interested parties should note that the submission deadline is 10th April 2026, and proposals must be submitted electronically. The anticipated contract period is from June 2026 until May 2027, with a location set in the UKM93 region in Irvine. Jade Armstrong serves as the primary contact for North Ayrshire Council, available for queries related to the tender process, which follows guidelines outlined by the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract framework. This tender offers excellent opportunities for construction firms specialising in infrastructure projects, particularly those able to deliver paths and pedestrian routes. It presents a growth opportunity for local businesses in North Ayrshire and surrounding areas, supporting entrepreneurial aims and contributing to community benefits. Firms that prioritise fair work initiatives and local employability, alongside a commitment to working with micro, small, and medium enterprises, will find this tender well-suited to their capacities. Additionally, the procurement encourages engagement with educational institutions through upskilling programmes and promotes sustainable economic involvement with the Third Sector, fostering a collaborative approach that aligns with North Ayrshire Council’s community-centric goals. ## Notice North Ayrshire Council ("NAC") requires the construction of a 3-meter shared use path/active travel route which connects the roundabout at Riverside Way/Long Drive and the B730, south of the A71 underpass. The route predominantly follows the northern bank of the River Irvine and is approximately 2.42km in total length. The anticipated contract start date is June 2026 until May 2027. Exact start date will be confirmed at the pre-start meeting. Thereafter the 12 months defects liability period will commence. ### Lot Information Lot 1 This procurement will be progressed as an open quick quote via PCS-Tender and contracted based on NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract June 2017 (with amendments January 2019), supplemented by the Contract Data Template and NAC Model Form Additional Contract Terms. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552191 | | 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 | 20 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 10 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2027 | | 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 | NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | IRVINE | | Post town | Kilmarnock | | Postcode | KA12 8EE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire | | Local authority | North Ayrshire | | Electoral ward | Irvine South | | Westminster constituency | Central Ayrshire | | Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45233161 - Footpath construction work - 45233162 - Cycle path construction work - 45233253 - Surface work for footpaths - 45233340 - Foundation work for footpaths ## Release History - 20 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552191 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552191 Construction of Active Travel Route at the River Irvine - North Ayrshire Council ("NAC") requires the construction of a 3-meter shared use path/active travel route which connects the roundabout at Riverside Way/Long Drive and the B730, south of the A71 underpass. The route predominantly follows the northern bank of the River Irvine and is approximately 2.42km in total length. The anticipated contract start date is June 2026 until May 2027. Exact start date will be confirmed at the pre-start meeting. Thereafter the 12 months defects liability period will commence. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://northayrshire.community/community-benefits-wishlist-application-form/ - http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809692 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## 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-r6ebe6-0000809692. 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