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title: "Water Transport and Integration Feasibility Study"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000836612"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
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buyer: "LOCH LOMOND & THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-07-07"
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# Water Transport and Integration Feasibility Study

Buyer: LOCH LOMOND & THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000836612

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## Summary

Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority is seeking consultancy services through an open tender process for a "Water Transport and Integration Feasibility Study". This initiative, located in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, falls under the services industry category and is being managed through electronic submissions. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with an end date for submissions set for 10:00 on 11th August 2026. The process aims to explore the integration of water transport within a low-carbon transport network across the National Park, with a budget of £50,000. The study will begin assessing from 11th August 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for consultants or consultancy firms experienced in transport network integration and sustainability initiatives. Businesses with expertise in feasibility studies, especially those focusing on water transport solutions, infrastructure development, and low-carbon systems, will find this contract a promising project. The feasibility study will focus on enhancing connectivity and complementing existing transport services, offering a pathway for innovative solutions in the sustainable transport sector. Participating in this tender could enable businesses to showcase their capabilities in environmental initiatives and broaden their involvement in public sector projects within Scotland.

## Notice

to undertake a feasibility study into the role of water transport as part of a more integrated, inclusive and low-carbon transport network across the National Park.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority (NPA) is seeking to appoint an experienced consultant or consultant team to undertake a feasibility study into the role of water transport as part of a more integrated, inclusive and low-carbon transport network across the National Park. The study will assess opportunities for water buses and water taxis to better connect key locations, complement existing leisure cruise operations, integrate with rail, bus, active travel and shared mobility options, and support reduced car dependency. It will identify viable routes, operating models, infrastructure requirements, costs, risks and delivery mechanisms, resulting in a practical phased implementation plan for future water transport provision.

Options: any related activity

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559535 |
| 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 | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000 |
| 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 | LOCH LOMOND & THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY |
| Locality | ALEXANDRIA |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G83 8EG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire |
| Local authority | West Dunbartonshire |
| Electoral ward | Lomond |
| Westminster constituency | West Dunbartonshire |
| Delivery location | TLM8 West Central Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559535

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559535
  Water Transport and Integration Feasibility Study - to undertake a feasibility study into the role of water transport as part of a more integrated, inclusive and low-carbon transport network across the National Park.

## Notice URLs

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