--- title: "PS-26-11 - Wind Turbine Design Specialist for Various Locations Across East Ayrshire (PRJ0013696)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-02" --- # PS-26-11 - Wind Turbine Design Specialist for Various Locations Across East Ayrshire (PRJ0013696) Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675.json) ## Summary East Ayrshire Council initiated a procurement process seeking a Wind Turbine Design Specialist for various locations across East Ayrshire, including Doon Academy, Ochiltree, and Catrine Primary School sites. The tender, identified as PS-26-11, is categorised under general public services and focuses on feasibility studies for wind turbine installations. This open procedure reached the award stage and was awarded to Stantec, with a contract signed on 27 February 2026 for the sum of £10,911. The procurement covers the UKM93 region and aims to address various site-specific considerations such as environmental constraints and infrastructure proximity. The tendering process was electronic, with submissions closing on 6 February 2026, and it aligns with the General Procurement Agreement (GPA) guidelines. This tender represents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in renewable energy feasibility studies, particularly those experienced in addressing environmental assessments and infrastructure planning. Large-scale enterprises with the capacity to navigate complex site constraints and regulatory requirements, such as those related to aviation, electromagnetic interference, and noise, are well-suited for such projects. Engaging in this project could establish firms in the emerging renewable energy sector, promoting their expertise with local authorities like East Ayrshire Council and expanding their influence in sustainable infrastructure development. The procurement also highlights potential for business expansion through fulfilling stringent insurance and financial standing requirements, showcasing organisational reliability and competitiveness in the sector. ## Notice To undertake a feasibility exercise for the potential installation of a wind turbine within or around Doon Academy, Ochiltree and Catrine Primary School sites to include the following tasks as a minimum: -Physical, topographical and environmental constraints -Proximity to dwellings and sensitive receptors -Noise constraints -Slope, aspect and topography -Environmental and heritage designations -Hedgerows, tree corridors and habitat constraints -Access considerations (high level) - Proximity to electrical infrastructure - Aviation and radar safeguarding issues (including NATS, MOD, civil aviation, low flying areas, Met Office radar) - Electromagnetic interference - Shadow flicker - Any additional site-specific constraints - High-level assessment of site access and highway constraints for delivery and erection of turbine components, including identification of any abnormal load or road network limitations. ### Lot Information Lot 1 To undertake a feasibility exercise for the potential installation of a wind turbine within or around Doon Academy, Ochiltree and Catrine Primary School sites to include the following tasks as a minimum: -Physical, topographical and environmental constraints -Proximity to dwellings and sensitive receptors -Noise constraints -Slope, aspect and topography -Environmental and heritage designations -Hedgerows, tree corridors and habitat constraints -Access considerations (high level) - Proximity to electrical infrastructure - Aviation and radar safeguarding issues (including NATS, MOD, civil aviation, low flying areas, Met Office radar) - Electromagnetic interference - Shadow flicker - Any additional site-specific constraints - High-level assessment of site access and highway constraints for delivery and erection of turbine components, including identification of any abnormal load or road network limitations. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553147 | | 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 | 2 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 27 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £15,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £10,911 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | KILMARNOCK | | Post town | Kilmarnock | | Postcode | KA3 7BU | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire | | Local authority | East Ayrshire | | Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford | | Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun | | Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | STANTEC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 31121320 - Wind turbines - 31121340 - Wind farm - 45251160 - Wind-power installation works - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis - 73420000 - Pre-feasibility study and technological demonstration - 79314000 - Feasibility study ## Release History - 2 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553147 - 26 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548044 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548044 PS-26-11 - Wind Turbine Design Specialist for Various Locations Across East Ayrshire (PRJ0013696) - To undertake a feasibility exercise for the potential installation of a wind turbine within or around Doon Academy, Ochiltree and Catrine Primary School sites to include the following tasks as a minimum: -Physical, topographical and environmental constraints -Proximity to dwellings and sensitive receptors -Noise constraints -Slope, aspect and topography -Environmental and heritage designations -Hedgerows, tree corridors and habitat constraints -Access considerations (high level) - Proximity to electrical infrastructure - Aviation and radar safeguarding issues (including NATS, MOD, civil aviation, low flying areas, Met Office radar) - Electromagnetic interference - Shadow flicker - Any additional site-specific constraints - High-level assessment of site access and highway constraints for delivery and erection of turbine components, including identification of any abnormal load or road network limitations. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553147 PS-26-11 - Wind Turbine Design Specialist for Various Locations Across East Ayrshire (PRJ0013696) - To undertake a feasibility exercise for the potential installation of a wind turbine within or around Doon Academy, Ochiltree and Catrine Primary School sites to include the following tasks as a minimum: -Physical, topographical and environmental constraints -Proximity to dwellings and sensitive receptors -Noise constraints -Slope, aspect and topography -Environmental and heritage designations -Hedgerows, tree corridors and habitat constraints -Access considerations (high level) - Proximity to electrical infrastructure - Aviation and radar safeguarding issues (including NATS, MOD, civil aviation, low flying areas, Met Office radar) - Electromagnetic interference - Shadow flicker - Any additional site-specific constraints - High-level assessment of site access and highway constraints for delivery and erection of turbine components, including identification of any abnormal load or road network limitations. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821675 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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