--- title: "FLS - 1730 Bridge Inspections" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND" published: "2026-07-10" --- # FLS - 1730 Bridge Inspections Buyer: FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530.json) ## Summary Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) seeks consultants for their "FLS - 1730 Bridge Inspections" across six distinct lots, focusing on different regions of Scotland including North, East, West, Central, and South, as well as a principal inspection covering all of Scotland. The tender is in the Services category, specifically targeting Environmental Protection within the industry. The procurement, currently at the tender stage, is conducted through an open procedure with a submission deadline on 24th August 2026. FLS, known as a central purchasing body, requires potential suppliers to submit tenders electronically. The project, valued at £1,659,711.44, will span 36 months, with an option for three additional 12-month extensions. This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy businesses focused on bridge inspections and infrastructure projects, particularly those with experience in Scotland's unique geographical landscapes. Eligible businesses could potentially be awarded up to three lots, effectively increasing their contract footprint. The procurement emphasizes quality and cost with a weightage of 40% and 60% respectively, providing a fair competitive environment. Companies with robust project management skills, comprehensive insurance coverage, and a proven track record in similar inspections will find this tender an excellent avenue for business growth. Additionally, there is a preference for firms that can demonstrate effective supply chain management and technical proficiency relevant to the scope of services required. ## Notice Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has a requirement for Bridge Inspections and consists of 6 Lots. The Client will be appointing a single Consultant to each Lot. The Lot structure is as follows: Lot 1 - Principal Inspection All Scotland Lot 2 - General Inspection North Scotland Lot 3 - General Inspection East Scotland Lot 4 - General Inspection West Scotland Lot 5 - General Inspection Central Scotland Lot 6 - General Inspection South Scotland Lot 1 (Principal Inspections) will be a national single Consultant Contract covering all 5 Scottish Regions within FLS. Appendix 1 provides a map of the lot geographical areas for Lots 2 to 6. The contract will be for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for a further 1 plus 1 plus 1 at 12 months per extension at FLS discretion. Lot Bidding Restrictions Maximum Number of Tenders - Bidders may submit a maximum of three (3) tenders in total across all lots 1-6. - Bidders may be awarded up to three (3) lots. - Submitting more than three tenders may result in exclusion from the procurement. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Principal Inspection All Scotland Lot 1 (Principal Inspections) will be a national single Consultant Contract covering all 5 Scottish Regions within FLS. Lot Bidding Restrictions Maximum Number of Tenders - Bidders may submit a maximum of three (3) tenders in total across all lots 1-6. - Bidders may be awarded up to three (3) lots. - Submitting more than three tenders may result in exclusion from the procurement.. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for a further 1 plus 1 plus 1 at 12 months per extension at FLS discretion. Lot 2 - General Inspection North Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has a requirement for Bridge Inspections and Lot 2 General Inspections covers the North of Scotland. FLS will be appointing a single Consultant to each Lot. Lot Bidding Restrictions Maximum Number of Tenders - Bidders may submit a maximum of three (3) tenders in total across all lots 1-6. - Bidders may be awarded up to three (3) lots. - Submitting more than three tenders may result in exclusion from the procurement.. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for a further 1 plus 1 plus 1 at 12 months per extension at FLS discretion. Lot 3 - General Inspection East Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has a requirement for Bridge Inspections for Lot 3 General Inspections covering the East of Scotland. FLS will be appointing a single Consultant to each Lot. Lot Bidding Restrictions Maximum Number of Tenders - Bidders may submit a maximum of three (3) tenders in total across all lots 1-6. - Bidders may be awarded up to three (3) lots. - Submitting more than three tenders may result in exclusion from the procurement.. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for a further 1 plus 1 plus 1 at 12 months per extension at FLS discretion. Lot 4 - General Inspection West Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has a requirement for Bridge Inspections and Lot 4 General Inspections covers the West of Scotland. FLS will be appointing a single Consultant to each Lot. Lot Bidding Restrictions Maximum Number of Tenders - Bidders may submit a maximum of three (3) tenders in total across all lots 1-6. - Bidders may be awarded up to three (3) lots. - Submitting more than three tenders may result in exclusion from the procurement.. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for a further 1 plus 1 plus 1 at 12 months per extension at FLS discretion. Lot 5 - General Inspection Central Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has a requirement for Bridge Inspections for Lot 5 General Inspections across all of Central Scotland. FLS will be appointing a single Consultant to each Lot. Lot Bidding Restrictions Maximum Number of Tenders - Bidders may submit a maximum of three (3) tenders in total across all lots 1-6. - Bidders may be awarded up to three (3) lots. - Submitting more than three tenders may result in exclusion from the procurement.. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for a further 1 plus 1 plus 1 at 12 months per extension at FLS discretion. Lot 6 - General Inspection South Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has a requirement for Bridge Inspections for Lot 6 General Inspections across the South of Scotland. FLS will be appointing a single Consultant to each Lot. Lot Bidding Restrictions Maximum Number of Tenders - Bidders may submit a maximum of three (3) tenders in total across all lots 1-6. - Bidders may be awarded up to three (3) lots. - Submitting more than three tenders may result in exclusion from the procurement.. Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. Renewal: The contract will be for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for a further 1 plus 1 plus 1 at 12 months per extension at FLS discretion. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559889 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | 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 | 10 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 24 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | There is currently no estimated timing for further notices to be published in relation to this tender. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,659,711 | | 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 | FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND | | Locality | INVERNESS | | Post town | Inverness | | Postcode | IV3 8NW | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Inverness West | | Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland, TLM5 North Eastern Scotland, TLM7 Eastern Scotland, TLM8 West Central Scotland, TLM9 Southern Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services - 71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction - 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services - 71631450 - Bridge-inspection services ## Release History - 10 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559889 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559889 FLS - 1730 Bridge Inspections - Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) has a requirement for Bridge Inspections and consists of 6 Lots. The Client will be appointing a single Consultant to each Lot. The Lot structure is as follows: Lot 1 - Principal Inspection All Scotland Lot 2 - General Inspection North Scotland Lot 3 - General Inspection East Scotland Lot 4 - General Inspection West Scotland Lot 5 - General Inspection Central Scotland Lot 6 - General Inspection South Scotland Lot 1 (Principal Inspections) will be a national single Consultant Contract covering all 5 Scottish Regions within FLS. Appendix 1 provides a map of the lot geographical areas for Lots 2 to 6. The contract will be for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for a further 1 plus 1 plus 1 at 12 months per extension at FLS discretion. Lot Bidding Restrictions Maximum Number of Tenders - Bidders may submit a maximum of three (3) tenders in total across all lots 1-6. - Bidders may be awarded up to three (3) lots. - Submitting more than three tenders may result in exclusion from the procurement. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.forestryandland.gov.scot - http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## 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-r6ebe6-0000824530. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824530.json.