--- title: "P26-0016: Grangemouth Water Treatment Study" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE" published: "2026-01-06" --- # P26-0016: Grangemouth Water Treatment Study Buyer: SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847.json) ## Summary The current tender, initiated by Scottish Enterprise, is titled "P26-0016: Grangemouth Water Treatment Study" and is part of the Economic affairs category in the services industry. This procurement process is in the tender stage and employs an open procedure method. The objective of the study is to evaluate strategic investment options for five existing wastewater treatment facilities in Grangemouth, with the aim to foster a low-carbon industrial cluster in support of a net-zero economy. The feasibility study will consider budget estimates, delivery timelines, and required consents. The tender is located in the UK Region (UKM) with submission ending on 24th October 2025 at 11:00 AM, and a contract start anticipated for early December 2025 through to the end of March 2026. The maximum budget allocated for this contract is £125,000 (excl. VAT). This tender represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services, engineering consultancy, and infrastructure development to engage in a significant project aimed at environmental sustainability and industrial enhancement. Companies with expertise in wastewater management, feasibility studies, and strategic infrastructure planning would be particularly well-suited to compete. By participating in this procurement process, businesses have the chance to contribute to a key regional initiative with the potential for ongoing collaboration in infrastructure upgrades and environmental projects, thereby fostering long-term business growth and positioning themselves as leaders in sustainable industrial practices. ## Notice In order to achieve the objectives of Project Willow and establish Grangemouth as a low-carbon industrial cluster, as part of the just transition to a net zero economy, investment in existing infrastructure will be essential. There are currently five waste-water treatment facilities across Grangemouth. To help unlock private investment and stimulate economic growth, the existing waste-water treatment facilities are expected to require upgrades to improve capacity and meet increasing industry regulations. SE propose to undertake a feasibility study that will consider the strategic options of investment in the five different wastewater treatment facilities across Grangemouth. The study will establish budget costs, delivery timelines and consenting requirements for each option. The study will benchmark options against a new build purpose-built facility or pre-treatment of water waste prior to discharge to a treatment facility and will be used to inform infrastructure investment business cases and investment phasing. Scottish Enterprise anticipates that the contract will start early December 2025 and run until the end of March 2026. Scottish Enterprise anticipates that the contract value will be in the region of between GBP90,000 and GBP125,000 (excluding VAT). Bidders should note that the maximum budget available for this contract is GBP125,000 (excl VAT). Bids above this value cannot be accepted. ### Lot Information Lot 1 In order to achieve the objectives of Project Willow and establish Grangemouth as a low-carbon industrial cluster, as part of the just transition to a net zero economy, investment in existing infrastructure will be essential. There are currently five waste-water treatment facilities across Grangemouth. To help unlock private investment and stimulate economic growth, the existing waste-water treatment facilities are expected to require upgrades to improve capacity and meet increasing industry regulations. SE propose to undertake a feasibility study that will consider the strategic options of investment in the five different wastewater treatment facilities across Grangemouth. The study will establish budget costs, delivery timelines and consenting requirements for each option. The study will benchmark options against a new build purpose-built facility or pre-treatment of water waste prior to discharge to a treatment facility and will be used to inform infrastructure investment business cases and investment phasing. Scottish Enterprise anticipates that the contract will start early December 2025 and run until the end of March 2026. Scottish Enterprise anticipates that the contract value will be in the region of between GBP90,000 and GBP125,000 (excluding VAT). Bidders should note that the maximum budget available for this contract is GBP125,000 (excl VAT). Bids above this value cannot be accepted.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Renewal: Where required, Scottish Enterprise may extend the contract for up to an additional 2-month period. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546534 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 7 Nov 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,250,000 | | Lots value | £125,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £111,500 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE | | Additional buyers | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 6HQ | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ARTHIAN | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services - 71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services - 90400000 - Sewage services - 90490000 - Sewer survey and sewage treatment consultancy services - 90492000 - Sewage treatment consultancy services ## Release History - 6 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546534 - 26 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540117 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP540117&idx=1 26th September 2025 - SPD - Bidder 'Relevant Contract' Climate Change Plan Template - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP540117&idx=2 26th September 2025 - ITT (P26-0016) - Appendix 2 - Monitoring Information - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP540117&idx=3 26th September 2025 - ITT (P26-0016) - Appendix 1 - Tender Response Document - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP540117&idx=4 26th September 2025 - P26-0016 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP540117&idx=5 26th September 2025 - Off-Payroll Working (P26-0016) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540117 P26-0016: Grangemouth Water Treatment Study - In order to achieve the objectives of Project Willow and establish Grangemouth as a low-carbon industrial cluster, as part of the just transition to a net zero economy, investment in existing infrastructure will be essential. There are currently five waste-water treatment facilities across Grangemouth. To help unlock private investment and stimulate economic growth, the existing waste-water treatment facilities are expected to require upgrades to improve capacity and meet increasing industry regulations. SE propose to undertake a feasibility study that will consider the strategic options of investment in the five different wastewater treatment facilities across Grangemouth. The study will establish budget costs, delivery timelines and consenting requirements for each option. The study will benchmark options against a new build purpose-built facility or pre-treatment of water waste prior to discharge to a treatment facility and will be used to inform infrastructure investment business cases and investment phasing. Scottish Enterprise anticipates that the contract will start early December 2025 and run until the end of March 2026. Scottish Enterprise anticipates that the contract value will be in the region of between GBP90,000 and GBP125,000 (excluding VAT). Bidders should note that the maximum budget available for this contract is GBP125,000 (excl VAT). Bids above this value cannot be accepted. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546534 P26-0016: Grangemouth Water Treatment Study - In order to achieve the objectives of Project Willow and establish Grangemouth as a low-carbon industrial cluster, as part of the just transition to a net zero economy, investment in existing infrastructure will be essential. There are currently five waste-water treatment facilities across Grangemouth. To help unlock private investment and stimulate economic growth, the existing waste-water treatment facilities are expected to require upgrades to improve capacity and meet increasing industry regulations. SE propose to undertake a feasibility study that will consider the strategic options of investment in the five different wastewater treatment facilities across Grangemouth. The study will establish budget costs, delivery timelines and consenting requirements for each option. The study will benchmark options against a new build purpose-built facility or pre-treatment of water waste prior to discharge to a treatment facility and will be used to inform infrastructure investment business cases and investment phasing. Scottish Enterprise anticipates that the contract will start early December 2025 and run until the end of March 2026. Scottish Enterprise anticipates that the contract value will be in the region of between GBP90,000 and GBP125,000 (excluding VAT). Bidders should note that the maximum budget available for this contract is GBP125,000 (excl VAT). Bids above this value cannot be accepted. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Government/Procurement/Selling/supplier-enquiries - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847 - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/glasgow-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court - https://www.scottish-enterprise.com/help/contact-us ## 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-r6ebe6-0000809847. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809847.json.