--- title: "Gourdon Harbour - Storm gate sill replacement and gate mechanism upgrade design" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-28" --- # Gourdon Harbour - Storm gate sill replacement and gate mechanism upgrade design Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571.json) ## Summary Aberdeenshire Council is currently inviting tenders for the project titled "Gourdon Harbour - Storm gate sill replacement and gate mechanism upgrade design." This tender falls under the general public services category and pertains to works at Gourdon Harbour in Aberdeenshire, UKM50 region. As part of the procurement process, the council seeks to replace the concrete sill beneath the storm gates and design a mechanical locking mechanism to ensure safe harbourage. The procurement follows an open procedure, with electronic submission methods, and is at the tender stage. Interested parties should note the submission deadline of 19th May 2026, post which the award period will commence. The contract is valued at £150,000 and has a duration of 60 days. This tender presents potential growth opportunities for businesses experienced in marine and civil engineering works, particularly those adept in handling tidal structures. Companies with expertise in mechanical and hydraulic design, possessing strong ISO 9001:2015 accredited Quality Management Systems, are encouraged to apply. There's a focus on community benefits, where bidders are expected to contribute towards improving social and health wellbeing, promoting equalities, and involving SMEs. The council aims to foster responsible and sustainable procurement practices, enhancing the economic, social, and environmental welfare of the region. This project is particularly suited for contractors who can meet specific technical criteria and demonstrate proven experience in the relevant field. ## Notice This Contract is for works to reinstate the concrete sill beneath Gourdon Harbour storm gates to ensure safe harbourage for vessels. We also require an investigation and design for a mechanical locking mechanism to ensure that the storm gates do not open under tidal pressures. ### Lot Information Lot 1 This Contract is for works to reinstate the concrete sill beneath Gourdon Harbour storm gates to ensure safe harbourage for vessels. We also require an investigation and design for a mechanical locking mechanism to ensure that the storm gates do not open under tidal pressures. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554769 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 19 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | 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 | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB16 5GB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work ## Release History - 28 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554769 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554769 Gourdon Harbour - Storm gate sill replacement and gate mechanism upgrade design - This Contract is for works to reinstate the concrete sill beneath Gourdon Harbour storm gates to ensure safe harbourage for vessels. We also require an investigation and design for a mechanical locking mechanism to ensure that the storm gates do not open under tidal pressures. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=830571 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=830571 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## 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-r6ebe6-0000830571. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830571.json.