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title: "Award of Borders Transport Corridor: Tweedbank to Hawick and Carlisle - SOBC - Work Package 1"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000827031"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-07"
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# Award of Borders Transport Corridor: Tweedbank to Hawick and Carlisle - SOBC - Work Package 1

Buyer: SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000827031

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Borders Transport Corridor project, specifically the Tweedbank to Hawick and Carlisle section, has been awarded by the Scottish Borders Council. The procurement falls under the services category and seeks technical analysis or consultancy services. The contract relates to the completion of the Strategic Outline Business Case for the Borders Railway, a significant infrastructure project in the region. This contract, valued at £438,400, was awarded to WSP, headquartered in Edinburgh. The procurement stage is in the award phase as of 7th July 2026. The Scottish Borders Council, located in Newtown St Boswells, acted as the buying organisation in this tender process.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in technical consultancy and analysis, particularly those focusing on large-scale infrastructure projects. Companies with expertise in transport planning, engineering consultancy, or those offering comprehensive feasibility studies would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Engaging in such public sector projects can significantly enhance a business's portfolio and credibility, especially for firms looking to expand their influence in the UK infrastructure sector.

## Notice

Award of Contract for a Consultant to carry out the technical and appraisal work required to support the completion of the Strategic Outline Business Case ("SOBC") for the Borders Railway: Tweedbank to Hawick and Carlisle Project ("the Project") for Scottish Borders Council ("SBC").

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559562 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £438,400 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY; MORAY COUNCIL; NHS TAYSIDE; NORTH EAST SCOTLAND COLLEGE; REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT; STIRLING COUNCIL; THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL; VISITSCOTLAND |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 9DB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM91 Scottish Borders |
| Local authority | Scottish Borders |
| Electoral ward | Selkirkshire |
| Westminster constituency | Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 12 |
| Supplier names | ALPHA FENCING; ATKINS REALIS; BRIGHT DIGITAL MARKETING LTD (BRIGHT SIGNALS; BROWNRIGGS; EPIQ EUROPE; JACOBS; LEICA-MICROSYSTEMS; NORTH OFFSHORE; OBAN SCALLOP GEAR; PROGRESSIVE PARTNERSHIP; STEPFORD GROUP; WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 10:19 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559562

## Notice URLs

- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- http://www.https://www.gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/services-and-facilities/finance/procurement
- http://www.moray.gov.uk
- http://www.nescol.ac.uk
- http://www.nhstayside.scot.nhs.uk
- http://www.ros.gov.uk
- http://www.scotborders.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.stirling.gov.uk
- https://www.visitscotland.com

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