--- title: "Craignure Pier - FBC Management & Design Consultancy Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-29" --- # Craignure Pier - FBC Management & Design Consultancy Services Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343.json) ## Summary Argyll and Bute Council is currently in the tender stage for the "Craignure Pier – FBC Management & Design Consultancy Services" project located in Craignure, Argyll. This procurement is classified under services and seeks a Management and Design Consultant to lead the Final Business Case stage of the Craignure Pier Development. The primary objective is to create a comprehensive FBC aligned with the HM Treasury Green Book Five Case Model. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, with electronic submissions accepted. Initially set to close on 23rd January 2026, the submission deadline has been extended to 13th February 2026, following a request for more time from bidders. Key responsibilities include planning, technical design, and environmental impact assessments, with the project's transition to the construction stage as a critical deliverable. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for firms in the consulting and design sector to expand their influence by contributing to a significant infrastructure project. Ideally, businesses with experience in technical consultancy, environmental assessments, and public sector projects will find this engagement well-suited to their expertise. Participating in this procurement can enhance a company's portfolio, showcasing their competence in delivering high-profile projects that comply with stringent government standards. Additionally, the opportunity to work closely with a local authority like Argyll and Bute Council can pave the way for future collaborations in the region. ## Notice Argyll and Bute Council seeks to tender for the provision of a Management and Design Consultant (MDC) to lead and deliver the Final Business Case (FBC) stage for the Craignure Pier Development. The aim is to produce a comprehensive and approvable FBC aligned to the HM Treasury Green Book Five Case Model, secure final approvals and transition to construction stage. The MDC shall be responsible for the planning, technical design, environmental impact assessment and consent applications and compilation of the FBC. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Argyll and Bute Council seeks to tender for the provision of a Management and Design Consultant (MDC) to lead and deliver the Final Business Case (FBC) stage for the Craignure Pier Development. The aim is to produce a comprehensive and approvable FBC aligned to the HM Treasury Green Book Five Case Model, secure final approvals and transition to construction stage. The MDC shall be responsible for the planning, technical design, environmental impact assessment and consent applications and compilation of the FBC. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548334 | | Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum | | 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 | 29 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 | | 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 | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL | | Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA31 8RT | | 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 | Mid Argyll | | Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber | | Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services - 72224000 - Project management consultancy services - 79415200 - Design consultancy services ## Release History - 29 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548334 - 18 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545935 - 2 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544705 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544705 Craignure Pier - FBC Management & Design Consultancy Services - Argyll and Bute Council seeks to tender for the provision of a Management and Design Consultant (MDC) to lead and deliver the Final Business Case (FBC) stage for the Craignure Pier Development. The aim is to produce a comprehensive and approvable FBC aligned to the HM Treasury Green Book Five Case Model, secure final approvals and transition to construction stage. The MDC shall be responsible for the planning, technical design, environmental impact assessment and consent applications and compilation of the FBC. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=817343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817343 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ ## 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-r6ebe6-0000817343. 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