--- title: "PS/26/85 - Dunure Castle Footbridge Replacement" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000831263" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831263" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000831263.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000831263.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-06" --- # PS/26/85 - Dunure Castle Footbridge Replacement Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000831263 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831263) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000831263.json) ## Summary East Ayrshire Council is inviting tenders for the replacement of a footbridge between Dunure Harbour and Dunure Castle aimed at improving accessibility for wheelchair users. This procurement process falls under the General Public Services category and is located in Dunure, South Ayrshire. The tender is in the active stage and uses an open procurement method with submissions to be made electronically by 5th June 2026. The scope includes design elements and the execution of works to be completed before 31st March 2027. The award process will start on the same day submissions close. Interested contractors should have relevant experience and meet economic and technical requirements specified by the Council. The tender offers significant growth opportunities for contractors specializing in civil engineering and footbridge design and installation, particularly those able to collaborate closely with local authorities on accessibility projects. Businesses with a proven track record in constructing disability-friendly infrastructure and those who possess requisite insurance and compliance certificates can leverage this opportunity to enhance their industry standing and broaden their expertise in public sector projects. The project promises not only to enhance local infrastructure but also aligns with community development goals, potentially amplifying the tender's impact on the winning bidder's portfolio and reputation. ## Notice East Ayrshire Council is currently inviting tenders from a suitably qualified contractor to work in close co-operation with the Council in the aim to provide a link between Dunure Harbour and Dunure Castle, which is accessible to all. This necessitates the replacement of an existing footbridge, which currently requires the use of steps on each side, with a footbridge and amended path which provides wheelchair users with unrestricted access to the castle. ### Lot Information Lot 1 East Ayrshire Council is currently inviting tenders from a suitably qualified contractor to work in close co-operation with the Council in the aim to provide a link between Dunure Harbour and Dunure Castle, which is accessible to all. This necessitates the replacement of an existing footbridge, which currently requires the use of steps on each side, with a footbridge and amended path which provides wheelchair users with unrestricted access to the castle. Works include for a design element. Works to be completed and invoiced in full prior to 31st March 2027. Options: Any additional works required within the site or relating to the scope of works. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555322 | | 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 | 6 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | TLM94 South Ayrshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 44212120 - Structures of bridges - 45221100 - Construction work for bridges - 45221113 - Footbridge construction work - 45221119 - Bridge renewal construction work - 71322300 - Bridge-design services ## 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=MAY555322 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555322 PS/26/85 - Dunure Castle Footbridge Replacement - East Ayrshire Council is currently inviting tenders from a suitably qualified contractor to work in close co-operation with the Council in the aim to provide a link between Dunure Harbour and Dunure Castle, which is accessible to all. This necessitates the replacement of an existing footbridge, which currently requires the use of steps on each side, with a footbridge and amended path which provides wheelchair users with unrestricted access to the castle. ## 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-r6ebe6-0000831263 - 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-r6ebe6-0000831263. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000831263.json.