--- title: "PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-26" --- # PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696) Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247.json) ## Summary East Ayrshire Council is currently in the tender stage for the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy in Dalmellington. This project falls under the general public services category and is being conducted using a restricted procedure with a selective procurement method. The estimated construction value stands at £29 million, focusing on extending and modernising the existing facilities while demolishing outdated parts of the school. The tender is set to close on 1 May 2026, with the contract period anticipated to last 148 calendar weeks. Interested parties must adhere to electronic submission methods as provided on the Public Contracts Scotland portal. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those with expertise in design and build contracts. Businesses specialising in asbestos removal, electrical, mechanical installations, or solar photovoltaic solutions will find this contract advantageous if they meet specific registration and certification requirements. In addition, firms must demonstrate robust financial standing and adequate insurance coverage. The refurbishment project is set to create various community benefits, promoting local employment and learning opportunities through work placements and sponsorships. Companies looking to contribute to community engagement and development projects would align well with the aims of this contract. ## Notice The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552606 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £29,000,000 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 45210000 - Building construction work - 45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities - 45214200 - Construction work for school buildings - 45214220 - Secondary school construction work - 45262800 - Building extension work ## Release History - 26 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552606 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552606 PS-26-14 - Refurbishment and Extension of Doon Academy, Dalmellington (PRJ0013696) - The Council is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Doon Academy including the Leisure Centre under a Design and Build Contract. The project aims to extend and modernise the existing facility while demolishing ageing and problematic areas of the school (namely the existing 2-storey block) which contain asbestos and aren't economic to refurbish. The anticipated construction value is 29m GBP (net construction costs). The Contract Period is anticipated to be 148 calendar weeks; however, this will be confirmed at ITT stage. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827247 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - 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-r6ebe6-0000827247. 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