---
title: "New Housing Units, Former St Marys School, Fort William"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000825517"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-04"
---

# New Housing Units, Former St Marys School, Fort William

Buyer: THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000825517

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## Summary

The Highland Council has successfully completed the procurement process for architectural services concerning the development of new housing units at the former St Marys School in Fort William. This contract falls under the 'General public services' industry category and is overseen by the council located in Inverness, UKM6 region. The process was conducted using an open procedure method, aligning with service-based procurement and adhering to the GPA framework. The award was finalised with the supplier NORR, on 24th February 2026, with the contract deemed active. The procurement stage has progressed from tender to award and contract phases, and the project aims to contribute significantly to local infrastructure developments.

This tender presents significant opportunities for architectural firms looking to expand their portfolio in public infrastructure projects within the Scottish region. With a contract value of £117,437 GBP, it is primarily suited to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like NORR, who demonstrate proficiency in delivering specialised architectural services. The open procedure procurement method facilitates fair competition, enabling businesses with innovative design solutions, as well as those experienced in frameworks like SXL, to vie for similar projects in future procurements. Firms focusing on regional developments or those with a strategic interest in public services and housing units development may find these opportunities pivotal for business growth.

## Notice

Architectural Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550908 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 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 | £117,437 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 5NX |
| 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 | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550908

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550908
  New Housing Units, Former St Marys School, Fort William - Architectural Services

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.highland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825517

## Provenance

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