--- title: "Kisimul Castle - Chapel Roof and Wallwalk Repairs" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000817643" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817643" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817643.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817643.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND" published: "2026-04-17" --- # Kisimul Castle - Chapel Roof and Wallwalk Repairs Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000817643 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817643) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000817643.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by Historic Environment Scotland focuses on the repair and replacement of Chapel roof and timber walkways at Kisimul Castle located in Barra. This involves structural timber repairs and new timber walkways to ensure the preservation of the historic site, categorised under Heritage, Conservation, Tourism, Built Environment. The tender was initially active from December 2025 with submissions required by 14th January 2026, followed by procurement review criteria beginning mid-January. Using an open procedure for the works category ensures competitive bidding, while EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) guidelines allow electronic submissions until the specified deadline at Castlebay, Isle of Barra. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, conservation, and heritage projects, particularly those adept at handling structural timber works. SMEs with a robust framework for engaging in heritage conservation will find this contract advantageous for growth and expansion in public sector contracts. It is an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to build expertise and reputation within the conservation of historical sites, facilitated by an evaluation based on Price and Quality—ensuring lucrative ventures for those involved. The buyer, Historic Environment Scotland, offers detailed procurement documents for potential suppliers to demonstrate their capabilities effectively. ## Notice Generally the works comprise Chapel roof repairs and replacement clerestory and timber walkways to curtain wall at Kisimul Castle, Barra. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Historic Environment Scotland is seeking tenders from those who may be interested in carrying out the replacement of the Chapel roof at Kisimul Castle including structural timber repairs and new timber walkways/balustrades, works as detailed in the tender documents. Tenders will be evaluated on a Price and Quality basis as detailed in the tender documents. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554096 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 10 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £180,200 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH9 1SH | | 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 | Southside/Newington | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South | | Delivery location | TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | KRS RAIL AND CIVILS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 44112400 - Roof - 45000000 - Construction work - 45420000 - Joinery and carpentry installation work - 45421000 - Joinery work ## Release History - 17 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554096 - 4 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544931 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544931&idx=1 4th December 2025 - Invitation to Quote - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544931&idx=2 4th December 2025 - Tender Submission Form - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544931&idx=3 4th December 2025 - Preliminaries - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544931&idx=4 4th December 2025 - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544931&idx=5 4th December 2025 - Health & Safety Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544931&idx=6 4th December 2025 - Pre Construction Information - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544931&idx=7 4th December 2025 - Drawings - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544931 Kisimul Castle - Chapel Roof and Wallwalk Repairs - Generally the works comprise Chapel roof repairs and replacement clerestory and timber walkways to curtain wall at Kisimul Castle, Barra. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554096 Kisimul Castle - Chapel Roof and Wallwalk Repairs - Generally the works comprise Chapel roof repairs and replacement clerestory and timber walkways to curtain wall at Kisimul Castle, Barra. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://historicenvironment.scot - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000817643 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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