--- title: "A975 Waterside Bridge Paint Repairs Phase 2 Re-tender" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-29" --- # A975 Waterside Bridge Paint Repairs Phase 2 Re-tender Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751.json) ## Summary Aberdeenshire Council, a regional authority, has completed the awarding process for the "A975 Waterside Bridge Paint Repairs Phase 2 Re-tender." The procurement falls under the category of general public services aimed at works for paint defect repairs on the steel plate girders of a bridge over the River Ythan Estuary near Newburgh, Aberdeenshire (region UKM50). The open procedure procurement method allowed for broad competition and electronic submission of bids. The contract was successfully awarded to Moray Blast Ltd, a local SME, on 8th April 2026, with a contract value of £504,765.73. This project, with awards concluded, was initially tendered on 14th January 2026, and proposals were evaluated on a blend of price (60%) and quality (40%). This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in infrastructure maintenance and repair, particularly those specialising in steel fabrication and surface treatments. SMEs, such as Moray Blast Ltd, have demonstrated success under the open procedure, which is accessible for smaller scale enterprises and encourages strong competition. The contract involves temporary works design, traffic management, and repairs, making it ideal for firms with expertise in these areas. Participation in such public procurement processes can significantly bolster business growth and reputational leverage, offering companies like Moray Blast Ltd the chance to expand their portfolio and enhance their industry standing through government-backed projects. ## Notice Paint defect repairs to 4no steel plate girders of a large 3 span composite bridge (total length = 106m) which crosses the River Ythan Estuary near Newburgh, Aberdeenshire. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Evaluated tender based on Tender Price (60%) Quality Submission (40%) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554845 | | 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 | 29 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 8 Apr 2026 | | Contract period | 18 May 2026 - 4 Sep 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £600,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £504,765 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB16 5GB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MORAY BLAST | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 44212100 - Bridge - 44212120 - Structures of bridges - 45221100 - Construction work for bridges - 45221115 - Construction work for steel bridges ## Release History - 29 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554845 - 14 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547196 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=13 14th January 2026 - Site Extents & Existing Services Drawing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=1 14th January 2026 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=2 14th January 2026 - Invitation to Tender (MS Word version) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=3 14th January 2026 - Form of Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=4 14th January 2026 - Form of Tender (MS Word version) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=5 14th January 2026 - Specification and Preambles to BoQ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=6 14th January 2026 - Bill of Quantities - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=7 14th January 2026 - Principal Inspection Report - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=8 14th January 2026 - Existing Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=9 14th January 2026 - Pre-Construction Information - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=10 14th January 2026 - Paint Inspection Report - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=11 14th January 2026 - GA & Steelwork Plan Drawing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN547196&idx=12 14th January 2026 - Typical Sections Drawing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547196 A975 Waterside Bridge Paint Repairs Phase 2 Re-tender - Paint defect repairs to 4no steel plate girders of a large 3 span composite bridge (total length = 106m) which crosses the River Ythan Estuary near Newburgh, Aberdeenshire. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554845 A975 Waterside Bridge Paint Repairs Phase 2 Re-tender - Paint defect repairs to 4no steel plate girders of a large 3 span composite bridge (total length = 106m) which crosses the River Ythan Estuary near Newburgh, Aberdeenshire. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819751 - https://www.morayblast.co.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/supplier_help_files.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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