--- title: "Routine Inspection and Clearance of Watercourse Assets" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "STIRLING COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-18" --- # Routine Inspection and Clearance of Watercourse Assets Buyer: STIRLING COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733.json) ## Summary Stirling Council, a regional or local authority in the UK, has initiated a tender process titled "Routine Inspection and Clearance of Watercourse Assets" under the public services industry category. This active tender, classified under CPV code 90700000, focuses on inspecting, maintaining, and repairing flood-sensitive assets in Stirling to comply with the Flood Risk Management Act (2009). The tender is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure procurement method being applied. Interested suppliers are required to submit their offers electronically by the deadline of 20th July 2026 at 12:00 PM. The procurement period is set for a total of four years, split into an initial 24-month contract followed by two optional 12-month extensions. The contract period allows for a potential repetition, with further notices expected approximately six months prior to expiry if extensions are utilized. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental management and flood mitigation services, particularly those with expertise in watercourse maintenance and rapid response capabilities. With a requirement for emergency clearing callouts, companies experienced in fast, priority-driven service delivery will be well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the Stirling region could benefit from engaging in this long-term contract with the Council. The emphasis on community benefits further provides a platform for suppliers to demonstrate their commitment to local socio-economic development, potentially enhancing business reputation and fostering goodwill within the community. ## Notice Stirling Council has a duty under the Flood Risk Management Act (2009) to inspect, maintain and repair flood sensitive assets to mitigate against the effects of potential future flood events. The Council also has a duty to homeowners and businesses in known flood areas to protect them from damage as a result of any council constructed asset failure. Should a property flood as a result of a Stirling Council constructed asset failure there is a cost to the Council in the form of a claim for loss. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Stirling Council has a duty under the Flood Risk Management Act (2009) to inspect, maintain and repair flood sensitive assets to mitigate against the effects of potential future flood events. The Council also has a duty to homeowners and businesses in known flood areas to protect them from damage as a result of any council constructed asset failure. Should a property flood as a result of a Stirling Council constructed asset failure there is a cost to the Council in the form of a claim for loss. This contract is for a period of a total of 4 years (24 months + 12 months + 12 months). Please see Invitation to Tender Document/Appendix F Method Statements for further breakdown on Quality criteria. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558274 | | 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 | 18 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | If all optional extensions are taken, a further notice will be published approximately 6 months before the expiry of this contract. | ## 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 | STIRLING COUNCIL | | Locality | STIRLING | | Post town | Falkirk and Stirling | | Postcode | FK7 7QA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling | | Local authority | Stirling | | Electoral ward | Stirling East | | Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan | | Delivery location | TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 45246410 - Flood-defences maintenance works - 90700000 - Environmental services ## Release History - 18 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558274 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558274 Routine Inspection and Clearance of Watercourse Assets - Stirling Council has a duty under the Flood Risk Management Act (2009) to inspect, maintain and repair flood sensitive assets to mitigate against the effects of potential future flood events. The Council also has a duty to homeowners and businesses in known flood areas to protect them from damage as a result of any council constructed asset failure. Should a property flood as a result of a Stirling Council constructed asset failure there is a cost to the Council in the form of a claim for loss. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.stirling.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733 - 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-r6ebe6-0000834733. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834733.json.