--- title: "Provision of Speed Road Safety Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000838622" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838622" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838622.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838622.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-28" --- # Provision of Speed Road Safety Services Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000838622 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838622) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838622.json) ## Summary Argyll and Bute Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process for the "Provision of Speed Road Safety Services" in the industry category of general public services. This contract seeks qualified consultants to conduct surveys, design development, road safety assessments, and prepare construction-ready documents for bus stop infrastructure improvements in Argyll and Bute, with a focus on rural and previously underserved locations. The contract begins on 14th September 2026 and runs until 31st March 2027. Interested businesses should submit electronic tenders by 18th August 2026 via Public Contracts Scotland. The planning, tendering and award stages are facilitated by an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions tailored to suit the project's needs. This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in civil engineering or road safety consultancy to expand their portfolios by improving transport infrastructure. Companies with expertise in road design, construction documentation, or safety assessments would find this project particularly well-suited. By participating in this contract, businesses can enhance their market presence in regional public service projects and potentially build long-term relationships with Argyll and Bute Council. Additionally, successful involvement could help businesses establish a foothold in public sector contracts related to transportation infrastructure, which is essential for business growth. ## Notice The Council invites quotations from suitably qualified consultants to undertake surveys, design development, road safety assessments and the preparation of construction-ready documentation for proposed bus stop infrastructure improvements. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Council has received capital funding from Transport Scotland to improve bus stop infrastructure and enhance the passenger experience, particularly in rural and underserved locations. Following discussions with Transport Scotland, it has been recognised that the existing bus stop arrangements at Loch Fyne Oysters and West Loch Tarbert require assessment and improvement to provide safer and more accessible facilities for public transport users. Transport Scotland has advised that, while a pragmatic approach may be adopted for rural locations that do not fully meet current Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) standards, decisions on the suitability of each site must be supported by site-specific assessments, including site surveys and speed surveys. The proposed improvements include new bus stop facilities at Loch Fyne Oysters in both directions of travel, incorporating hardstanding areas, bus stop poles and flags, shelters and, where appropriate, bus lay-bys. At West Loch Tarbert, proposals include the provision of a marked bus stop and shelter on the Glasgow-bound carriageway. The appointed Consultant shall undertake all necessary investigations and design activities to develop preferred bus stop improvement proposals for both locations. Historical drawings will be provided for information only and should be treated as indicative; the Consultant shall satisfy themselves of all existing site conditions through appropriate surveys and site inspections. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561076 | | 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 | 28 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | 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 | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL | | Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA31 8RT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Argyll and Bute | | Electoral ward | Mid Argyll | | Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber | | Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71322000 - Engineering design services for the construction of civil engineering works ## Release History - 28 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561076 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561076 Provision of Speed Road Safety Services - The Council invites quotations from suitably qualified consultants to undertake surveys, design development, road safety assessments and the preparation of construction-ready documentation for proposed bus stop infrastructure improvements. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838622 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=838622 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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