--- title: "Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon Corridor Place Based Connectivity Assessment" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTH EAST SCOTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (NESTRANS)" published: "2026-05-06" --- # Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon Corridor Place Based Connectivity Assessment Buyer: NORTH EAST SCOTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (NESTRANS) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586.json) ## Summary The North East Scotland Regional Transport Partnership (Nestrans) has initiated a public procurement process for a project titled "Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon Corridor Place Based Connectivity Assessment." This tender, classified under the industry category of services related to transport and transportation, is aimed at evaluating connectivity across these key areas in Aberdeenshire, UK, amidst significant economic and social transitions. With an open procedure as the procurement method, the tender is currently in the active stage, having been announced on 6th May 2026, with the submission deadline set for 5th June 2026. The awarded contract is expected to commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude by 31st January 2027, with a total value of GBP 200,000. All procurement activities, including tender submissions, will be conducted electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) portal. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in connectivity assessments, urban planning, or transportation consulting. It is particularly promising for firms capable of delivering innovative solutions aligned with objectives around net zero, inclusive growth, and climate resilience. Companies adept in both qualitative and quantitative analysis to evaluate and improve regional connectivity would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Given the emphasis on comprehensive evidence-led assessments of current and future connectivity requirements, businesses focusing on integrating personal, community, and business experiences into their analyses can leverage this opportunity to further establish their expertise in regional transport strategies and support significant economic diversification initiatives in North East Scotland. ## Notice The North East of Scotland is entering a decade of profound social and economic transition. Whilst the energy sector continues to shape the regional economy, the future of communities such as Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon will increasingly depend on wider economic diversification, and evolving policy commitments around net zero, inclusive growth and climate resilience. Changing population trends and regional movements will also affect these towns. These changes will directly influence how people and goods travel, how communities and businesses operate, and what forms of connectivity are needed in the future to ensure that the principal towns on this vital corridor are attractive, competitive and sustainable, effectively contributing to this regional economic and social transformation. Focussing on the three towns, the Consultant is expected to deliver a proportionate and evidence led assessment of current and future connectivity requirements across the Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon corridor, consistent with the objectives set out in the Invitation to Tender. The work needs to capture the personal and business experience and impacts of connectivity, moving beyond an approach purely based on quantitative modelling. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Nestrans is the Regional Transport Partnership for Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. The Partnership develops and delivers the long-term Regional Transport Strategy (RTS) to 2040 and takes forward strategic transport improvements that support the economy, environment, and quality of life across the region. The RTS sets priorities including improved journey efficiency, road safety, cleaner air, significant carbon reduction to support net zero, accessibility for all, and a step change in public transport and active travel to achieve a 50:50 mode split between car driver and sustainable modes. The study will be supported by funding provided by the Aberdeen City Region Deal, Strategic Transport Appraisal The North East of Scotland is entering a decade of profound social and economic transition. Whilst the energy sector continues to shape the regional economy, the future of communities such as Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon will increasingly depend on wider economic diversification, and evolving policy commitments around net zero, inclusive growth and climate resilience. Changing population trends and regional movements will also affect these towns. These changes will directly influence how people and goods travel, how communities and businesses operate, and what forms of connectivity are needed in the future to ensure that the principal towns on this vital corridor are attractive, competitive and sustainable, effectively contributing to this regional economic and social transformation. Significant analytical work has already been undertaken through the Strategic Transport Appraisal (STA), including detailed examination of the A90(N)/A952 corridor and the strategic gateways that support both personal mobility and freight movement to key ports. Complementary studies currently underway include: - A region-wide assessment of the impacts that transformational investment may have on the North East's strategic transport networks; and - The Cumulative Transport Appraisal informing the emerging Local Development Plans (LDPs) for Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire. Previous work on this corridor is also particularly relevant and includes: - The Campaign for North East Rail (CNER) and Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) have brought renewed attention to the possibility of reinstating rail connectivity to Buchan towns. Working alongside Nestrans, a Scottish Transport Appraisal Guidance study funded by the Just Transition Fund considered medium to longer term investment on the corridor focussed on the opportunities provided by rail line re-investment. Outcomes of this work pointed to the need to more fully consider the potential impact of freight movement on the corridor, but also the importance of considering how current connectivity challenges significantly impact the realisation of wider social and development objectives. - A parallel study considering shorter term investment was undertaken at the same time which focussed on improvement of the existing road corridor led by Nestrans. This work focussing on shorter term outcomes has led to ongoing work on designs for junction and safety improvements on the route. This study will build upon these foundations, ensuring alignment with National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4), the second Strategic Transport Projects Review (STPR2), the Regional Transport Strategy (RTS), and both Councils' LDP processes, supporting the development of future investment cases. The study must move beyond an approach based solely on quantitative transport modelling. It should explicitly capture personal, community and business experience and the impacts of connectivity on daily life, operational decision making and opportunity, drawing on qualitative, behavioural and place-based evidence alongside proportionate quantitative analysis.. The procurement will be conducted using the Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) portal. All documentation, clarification and tender submissions will be managed electronically via PCS, including use of the Postbox facility. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555271 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | 6 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jul 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | £200,000 | | 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 | NORTH EAST SCOTLAND REGIONAL TRANSPORT PARTNERSHIP (NESTRANS) | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB24 5AA | | 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 | George St/Harbour | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics ## Release History - 6 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555271 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555271 Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon Corridor Place Based Connectivity Assessment - The North East of Scotland is entering a decade of profound social and economic transition. Whilst the energy sector continues to shape the regional economy, the future of communities such as Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon will increasingly depend on wider economic diversification, and evolving policy commitments around net zero, inclusive growth and climate resilience. Changing population trends and regional movements will also affect these towns. These changes will directly influence how people and goods travel, how communities and businesses operate, and what forms of connectivity are needed in the future to ensure that the principal towns on this vital corridor are attractive, competitive and sustainable, effectively contributing to this regional economic and social transformation. Focussing on the three towns, the Consultant is expected to deliver a proportionate and evidence led assessment of current and future connectivity requirements across the Peterhead, Fraserburgh and Ellon corridor, consistent with the objectives set out in the Invitation to Tender. The work needs to capture the personal and business experience and impacts of connectivity, moving beyond an approach purely based on quantitative modelling. ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586 - https://www.gov.scot - https://www.nestrans.org.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=830586 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=830586 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://www.scotcourts.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-r6ebe6-0000830586. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830586.json.