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Beinn Eighe Wildfire Resilience Assessment and Mitigation Planning

Description: NatureScot intends to engage with the market to understand the capability, capacity, and approaches available for delivering evidence based wildfire resilience assessment and long term mitigation planning for Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve (NNR), located near Kinlochewe in the Highlands of Scotland. As part of this we would like to look at the comparative wildfire resilience of the main habitat types found on the NNR, which could help to inform future management to improve resilience, ideally through nature-based solutions Beinn Eighe, designated in 1951 as the UK's first National Nature Reserve, contains the largest remnant of Caledonian Pinewood in north west Scotland and is of exceptional ecological value. As part of developing the procurement approach NatureScot is seeking views and information from the marketplace through this Prior Information (read more...)

Summary: Scottish Natural Heritage, known for its commitment to environmental protection, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Beinn Eighe Wildfire Resilience Assessment and Mitigation Planning." This engagement targets the environmental protection industry category and is focused on the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve near Kinlochewe in the Highlands of Scotland. As part of their strategic planning, they are seeking insights on the approaches and capabilities available for delivering evidence-based wildfire resilience assessments and mitigation planning. Business entities are encouraged to respond to the Prior Information Notice (PIN) by 3rd June 2026, with a future notice anticipated on 29th June 2026. The procurement process aims to evaluate and enhance the ecological resilience of this significant natural habitat.

ACHA: D&B Contractor Selection - Bowmore Phase 4

Description: The contract is for a design and build contractor to construct 17 affordable units at Bowmore on the Isle of Islay. Details are provided in the procurement documents attached to this notice.

Summary: The Argyll Community Housing Association Limited is undertaking a procurement process for the "ACHA: D&B Contractor Selection - Bowmore Phase 4", involving the design and build of 17 affordable housing units in Bowmore, Isle of Islay. Categorised under "Housing and community amenities", this invitation to tender uses an open procedure method. Business submissions are to be made electronically by 3rd July 2026, marking the end of the tender period. The procurement, valued at £4,050,000, is currently in the "Tender" stage, with Argyll Community Housing Association Limited serving as the buyer and central purchasing body.

Port Charlotte Footbridge Replacement

Description: Argyll and Bute Council require a contractor to design and build a replacement footbridge whilst ensuring the A847 remains open to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

Summary: Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a contractor for the "Port Charlotte Footbridge Replacement" project within the General Public Services sector. This procurement process focuses on the design and construction of a replacement footbridge while maintaining accessibility of the A847 to vehicles and pedestrians. The procurement is in the Tender stage, with an open procedure allowing electronic submissions via Public Contracts Scotland. Located in Argyll and Bute, UK, the tender submission deadline is 15th June 2026, at 12:00 PM. The contract award is expected to commence the same day, underlining the importance of timely submissions.

Provision of Joinery Services

Description: STATEMENT OF REQUIREMENTS Scope of Services The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive joinery service, including but not limited to: Reactive Maintenance * Urgent and non-urgent repairs to doors, windows, floors, ceilings, fixtures, and fittings * Making safe following damage, failure, or H&S concerns Planned Maintenance * Cyclical and preventative joinery works * Adjustment, repair, or replacement of building elements to maintain operational standards Minor Works Projects (<= GBP15,000) * Alterations to internal layouts (e.g. partitions, doorsets) * Installation of fixtures, fittings, and bespoke joinery * Small refurbishment works Statutory & Compliance-Related Works * Support to compliance activities including (but not limited to) bi-annual fire door maintenance (inspection regime to be defined separately) . Contractor's require to be competent and complete an industry fire door course * Ensuring all (read more...)

Summary: UHI North, West and Hebrides is seeking tenders for the 'Provision of Joinery Services' with an estimated value of £80,000. This procurement falls under the Education category and is located in the UKM regions, specifically Thurso and Wick in Scotland. The contracting process is currently in the ‘Tender’ stage, with the submission deadline by 22nd June 2026, at 12:00 PM. This open procurement method involves electronic submissions and focuses on providing comprehensive joinery services, including reactive, planned, and statutory maintenance works across various locations within Scotland.

RGD - Demolition of Existing Sailing Club & Construction of New Facility (On Behalf of Kintyre Seasports/Campbeltown Sailing Club)

Description: Argyll and Bute Council have agreed to undertake a "on behalf of" procurement for Kintyre Seasports to appoint a contractor for the demolition of the existing Sailing Club building and the construction of a new facility.

Summary: Argyll and Bute Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "RGD – Demolition of Existing Sailing Club & Construction of New Facility (On Behalf of Kintyre Seasports/Campbeltown Sailing Club)." This project, categorised under general public services and works industry, involves the demolition of an existing sailing club building and constructing a new facility in Kintyre, UKM63 region. The process anticipates a future notice date of 8th June 2026. The procurement is conducted on behalf of Kintyre Seasports with key procurement details available for interested parties pending the tender's publication.

Peatland Restoration - Dalnacardoch East

Description: Peatland restoration project to be delivered in the east of The Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust's (DWCT) Dalnacardoch Estate in the Cairngorms National Park.

Summary: The Cairngorms National Park Authority is inviting tenders for a peatland restoration project titled "Peatland Restoration - Dalnacardoch East," located in the Cairngorms National Park. The procurement is at the tender stage with a submission deadline set for 22nd June 2026. This contract, valued at £750,000, falls under the environmental protection category within the works industry. It involves restoring peatland in the DWCT's Dalnacardoch Estate and will be overseen by the Inverness Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Court as a review body. An open procedure is being utilised for this procurement process, requiring electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website.

Provision of School & Local Transport Services, Oban & Lorn

Description: Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and local transport services within Oban and Lorn.

Summary: The Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a qualified transport operator to provide school and local transport services within the Oban and Lorn regions. This procurement falls under the services category with the classification of transport services, excluding waste transport. The process is currently at the tender stage, having begun on 15th May 2026, with a submission deadline set for 15th June 2026. Interested suppliers need to submit electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland Postbox. The contract period is scheduled to start on 17th August 2026 and end on 28th June 2031, with possible renewal options. This contract is procured through an open procedure, and community benefits are included as part of the requirements.

Provision of School & Local Transport Services, Oban & Lorn

Description: Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and local transport services within Oban and Lorn.

Summary: Argyll and Bute Council is seeking tenders for the provision of school and local transport services within Oban and Lorn. This procurement, identified by the title "Provision of School & Local Transport Services, Oban & Lorn", falls under the general public services industry category, specifically focusing on transport services. The procurement process is in the tender stage using an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 15th June 2026 at 12:00 PM. The subsequent award period commences the following day on 16th June 2026. The contract is set to start on 17th August 2026 and is planned to conclude on 28th June 2031, with a possibility of a two-year extension. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for transport service providers to partner with a major regional authority, providing essential services to the local community in the Argyll and Bute region, specifically in the locality of Oban.

Orkney Tide Gauges

Description: The supply, installation and commissioning of a network of tide gauges in Orkney

Summary: The Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority) has initiated an open tender process for their contract titled "Orkney Tide Gauges". The procurement process entails the supply, installation, and commissioning of a network of tide gauges across the Orkney Islands, specifically in the industry category of general public services. The tender is currently in the "tender" stage. Key dates to note include the tender period end date of 15th June 2026, as well as the award period commencing the same day. This project will be carried out in the Orkney Islands, with a total estimated contract value of £100,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, encouraging a wide range of competitive submissions via electronic means.

181119 Window and Door Replacement in Housing Stock

Description: The works involves the supply an installation of UPVC Windows and External Doors to approximately 900 Moray Council properties, replacing the existing windows and doors, across the council area over a three-year period. The tenderer is to note there is no guarantee on the level of work issued and no claims will be considered on the level of works instructed (no matter the degree of difference).

Summary: Moray Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring works for the replacement of windows and doors across its housing stock in the Moray area. The contract entails the supply and installation of UPVC windows and external doors for approximately 900 properties over a three-year period. The procurement falls under the industry category 'Installation of doors and windows and related components', with a total estimated value of £9,000,000. This open procedure invites submissions electronically, with a deadline for bids set for 19th June 2026. The project is publicised under project code 31700 and is designed to offer community benefits, with economic operators expected to commit to various initiatives as part of the contractual requirements.