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title: "Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823302"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-15"
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# Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer

Buyer: SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823302

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## Summary

The Shetland Islands Council has completed the procurement process for the architectural services and principal designer role in the refurbishment of the Janet Courtney Hostel, located in Lerwick, Shetland. The procurement undertaken was an open procedure for a service contract under the main jurisdiction of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The contract, valued at £183,667.20, was awarded to Robert Potter and Partners on 26th May 2026. The project involves full design specification, acquisition of consents, and onsite supervisory duties, with the tender process initially closing on 5th May 2026. Delivery is focused within the Lerwick, Shetland Islands area, classified under the industry category of 'general public services'.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in architecture and design, particularly those with expertise in public service infrastructure. Businesses that can demonstrate proficiency in compliance with the Construction Regulations 2015, alongside robust financial and technical standings, are well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future. The project highlighted the effective participation of SMEs, with all submitted bids coming from small and medium enterprises, indicating a favorable procurement landscape for businesses looking to grow through public sector contracts. The requirement for electronic submission facilitates broader participation, offering further growth prospects for digitally capable firms.

## Notice

Provision of architectural services to form part of design team for the refurbishment of the Janet Courtney Hostel. Services comprise full design and specification of drawings and documents, acquisition of consents, assist in appointment of Contractor and full CA duties to supervise and manage works onsite. The appointment will also include the role of Lead Designer under the Construction Regulations 2015 (CDM).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The type of contract awarded is a Services contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557968 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 May 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 | £183,667 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | LERWICK, SHETLAND |
| Post town | Lerwick |
| Postcode | ZE1 0LZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Shetland Islands |
| Electoral ward | Lerwick North and Bressay |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM66 Shetland Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROBERT POTTER AND PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557968
- 31 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552897

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552897
  Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer - Provision of architectural services to form part of design team for the refurbishment of the Janet Courtney Hostel. Services comprise full design and specification of drawings and documents, acquisition of consents, assist in appointment of Contractor and full CA duties to supervise and manage works onsite. The appointment will also include the role of Lead Designer under the Construction Regulations 2015 (CDM).
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557968
  Janet Courtney Hostel Refurbishment, Lerwick, Shetland - Architectural Services and Principal Designer - Provision of architectural services to form part of design team for the refurbishment of the Janet Courtney Hostel. Services comprise full design and specification of drawings and documents, acquisition of consents, assist in appointment of Contractor and full CA duties to supervise and manage works onsite. The appointment will also include the role of Lead Designer under the Construction Regulations 2015 (CDM).

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.shetland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823302

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