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Dynamic Purchasing - Construction, Civil Engineering and associated works

Orkney Islands Council · award, contract

Tender information last checkedLast checked 25 Sept 2026, 10:11.

Opportunity overview

Orkney Islands Council are setting up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for all construction, Civil Engineering and associated works. This will replace the existing Approved Contractors List. Works up to 2,000,000 GBP including reactive and planned maintenance, improvements, re-developments, testing , servicing and associated works will be covered by this DPS. Works will be procured from a range methods, from dayworks to quick quotes for works up to 50,000 GBP and open procurement for works between 50,000 GBP and 2,000,000 GBP or where there is limited competition.

Classification

  • CPV45000000 — Construction work
  • CPV45112700 — Landscaping work
  • CPV45200000 — Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
  • CPV45210000 — Building construction work
  • CPV45261920 — Roof maintenance work
  • CPV45330000 — Plumbing and sanitary works
  • CPV45410000 — Plastering work
  • CPV45421000 — Joinery work
  • CPV45432110 — Floor-laying work
  • CPV45451000 — Decoration work
  • CPV50711000 — Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations
  • CPV51100000 — Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment
  • CPV63726620 — ROV services
  • CPV71354400 — Hydrographic services
  • CPV71550000 — Blacksmith services
  • CPV90911200 — Building-cleaning services
  • CPV98363000 — Diving services

Lots

  • Building WorkValue not stated
  • Painting & Decorating WorkValue not stated
  • CleaningValue not stated
  • Testing & ServicingValue not stated
  • Civil Engineering - MarineValue not stated
  • Civil Engineering – Roads & StructuresValue not stated
  • Hydrographic SurveysValue not stated
  • Diving & ROV ServicesValue not stated
  • Joinery Work / Ceiling & Partition WorkValue not stated
  • Roofing WorksValue not stated
  • Electrical Work ( new and repair works)Value not stated
  • Plumbing & Mechanical Works (new and repairs works)Value not stated
  • Groundswork & Landscape (inc fencing)Value not stated
  • Blacksmiths & Forgemasters WorksValue not stated
  • Rendering WorkValue not stated
  • Flooring ServicesValue not stated

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
2018 - 2021
Status
cancelled
Main Procurement Category
works
Procurement Method
selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure

Legal basis

Id
32014L0024
Scheme
CELEX

Classification

Scheme
CPV
Id
45000000
Description
Construction work

Covered By

GPA

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
2
Title
Joinery Work / Ceiling & Partition Work
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- FACILITATING & RENOVATION WORKS:- Minor demolition and investigative works - Alteration of existing timber structures - Temporary works to provide protection - temporary partitions, hoardings etc., - Cutting out and replacing defective timbers, including rafter and joist-end replacements SUPERSTRUCTURE WORKS: - Timber frames, wall, floor, roof and ceiling constructions; including all associated linings and insulation - Skirtings, architraves and isolated trims - Supply and installation of timber and UPVC windows and doors - Timber stairs, ramps and balustrades - Timber floor finishes - Suspended ceiling systems and associated perimeter trims, including alteration of existing installations - External timber and cement board cladding - General glazing works, replacement glazing, temporary repairs and installation of roof lights FIXTURES & FITTINGS: - Supply and installation of cubicles, vanity units and integrated panel systems (IPS) -Installation of automatic doors - Installation of domestic kitchen fittings - Bespoke solutions - reception desks, fitted cupboards, shelving etc., Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria may vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 2
Id
1
Title
Building Work
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- 1.1 FACILITATING & TEMPORARY WORKS: - Removal or treatment of contaminated ground material - Site dewatering and pumping - Earthwork support - Traffic and pedestrian management - Ground investigation and location of existing services 1.2 SUBSTRUCTURE WORKS: - All works to form standard foundations up to and including damp proof course - Attendance on specialist designed foundations - piling etc. - Remedial works to existing foundations - including underpinning - Formation of lowest floor construction and associated substrates - Drainage and services below ground including all associated testing and commissioning - Formation of basements and retaining structures 1.3 SUPERSTRUCTURE WORKS: - In-situ concreting works, associated reinforcement and formwork - design, supply and installation of pre-cast concrete structures - cementitious and granolithic screeds - Formation of internal and external masonry walls - Placement of precast concrete structures - Building insulation 1.4 FACILITATING & RENOVATION WORKS: - Minor demolition and investigative works - Alteration of existing masonry structures - Support of existing structures - Masonry and concrete repairs - Surface Cleaning by means of blasting, pressure washers and aggressive means - Builders works in connection with services 1.5 EXTERNAL WORKS: - Work to alter existing and form new paved areas - Formation of ramps, steps and retaining walls - Builders works in connection with external services 1.6 Provision and on-going alteration, maintenance and inspection of access scaffolding Design and installation of non-standard scaffolding which may include the following:- - Cantilevered scaffolds - Buttressed, free-standing scaffolds - Support scaffolds - Complex loading bays - Staircases and fire-escapes - Chimney scaffolds Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Roofing Works
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- - Provision and on-going alteration, maintenance and inspection of minor access scaffolding - Repairs to and replacement of existing slates, concrete and metal tiles, copings and flashings - Installation of single layer ply systems, liquid roof systems, GRP roofs and high performance felting systems -Re-cladding in profiled sheeting, both insulated and uninsulated, including repairs and alterations. Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Electrical Work ( new and repair works)
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- - Alteration and removal of existing services - Domestic ventilation installations - Electrical mains and sub-mains distribution - Power installations -Heating controls - Lighting and specialist lighting installations - Local electricity generation systems - Earthing and bonding installations - Communication systems - visual, audio, data - Security systems - alarm, detection, CCTV, door entry systems. Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 5
Id
5
Title
Plumbing & Mechanical Works (new and repairs works)
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- Alteration and removal of existing services- Installation and alteration of sanitary appliances and ancillary fittings - Foul drainage above ground - Heating controls - Leadworks - Mains water supply - Installation, adaption of ventilation systems - Hot and Cold water supply and distribution - Heat sources and central heating systems - Non domestic ventilation and air conditioning systems - Central control and building management systems - Specialist piped supply installations - natural gas, oxygen, compressed air etc.., - Attendance on specialist mechanical installations - Associated builders work in connection with services - Clearing blocked drainage - All testing, commissioning and demonstrations - Repairing existing services Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 6
Id
6
Title
Groundswork & Landscape (inc fencing)
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- EXTERNAL WORKS: - Site clearance and eradication of plant growth - Site profiling - Minor demolition including grubbing up redundant services and foundations - Work to alter existing and form new minor roads, paths, carparks, play surfaces, paved areas Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. - Soft landscaping and planting - Land drainage - Formation of ramps, steps and retaining walls - Builders-works in connection with external services Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 7
Id
7
Title
Blacksmiths & Forgemasters Works
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- - Supply and installation of handrails and balustrades - galvanised / powder-coated / stainless steel - Supply and installation of entrance gates, feature fencing, security grills - Bespoke metalwork - Repairs to existing installations Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 8
Id
8
Title
Rendering Work
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- New build, refurbishment projects, repairs and maintenance which may consist of but are not limited to:- - Cement renders and wet and dry dash - Insulated render systems - Tiling Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 9
Id
9
Title
Flooring Services
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- - Surface preparation and self-levelling screeds - Carpets and carpet tiles, barrier matting, vinyl and associated trims and skirtings Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 10
Id
10
Title
Painting & Decorating Work
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- Internal and external works- Surface preparation, Ames taping, filling etc. - Surface decoration of ceilings, walls, floors, timbers and metalwork - Timber floor maintenance including industrial sanding, line painting and treatments. Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 11
Id
11
Title
Cleaning
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- - Specialist pressure cleaning drains - Telescopic gutter cleaning - General cleaning following tenancy change, or damage caused Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 12
Id
12
Title
Testing & Servicing
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- - Air conditioning plant servicing and maintenance - All other specialist services not covered by any lots - Automatic doors servicing and maintenance - Electrical systems - Emergency lighting systems - Fire alarm systems - Fire evacuation chairs servicing and maintenance - Fire extinguishers servicing and maintenance - Fixed appliances testing - Gas systems testing and maintenance - Generator servicing and maintenance - Grease filter cleaning - Heat pump servicing - Lifts testing and maintenance - Lightening system servicing and maintenance - MVHR servicing - Oil boiler servicing and maintenance - Portable appliances testing - Rise and fall baths servicing and maintenance - Roof anchors, wire rope systems and single point anchorage system servicing and maintenance - Sewerage treatment plant , petrol interceptors & grease trap servicing - Sprinkler / fire suppression systems servicing and maintenance - Swimming pool equipment maintenance - Ventilation system cleaning and servicing plant - Vermin control - Water systems management - Wind turbine servicing and maintenance - Wood waste and fume extraction systems maintenance (Local exhaust ventilation systems) Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 13
Id
13
Title
Civil Engineering - Marine
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- Includes repair , maintenance and construction works to piers and harbours Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 14
Id
14
Title
Civil Engineering – Roads & Structures
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- Includes repair , maintenance and construction works to - Roads - Drainage - Structures - Airfields Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 15
Id
15
Title
Hydrographic Surveys
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- Undertake surveys in relation to maritime navigation, marine construction, dredging, offshore oil exploration/offshore oil drilling and related activities. Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50
Entry 16
Id
16
Title
Diving & ROV Services
Description
Building construction and Civil Engineering works up to a value of 2,000,000 GBP including but not limited to :- Inspections, repair, maintenance and construction works to piers and harbours Contractors should note that the actual volume and value of works to be issued through this lot is unknown, and may change. Additional information: Award criteria will vary for each project.
Has Options
No
Status
cancelled

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Quality
Type
quality
Description
50
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
50

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45421000
Description
Joinery work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 2
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45210000
Description
Building construction work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45261920
Description
Roof maintenance work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
50711000
Description
Repair and maintenance services of electrical building installations

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 5
Id
5
Related Lot
5

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45330000
Description
Plumbing and sanitary works

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 6
Id
6
Related Lot
6

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45112700
Description
Landscaping work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 7
Id
7
Related Lot
7

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
71550000
Description
Blacksmith services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 8
Id
8
Related Lot
8

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45410000
Description
Plastering work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 9
Id
9
Related Lot
9

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45432110
Description
Floor-laying work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 10
Id
10
Related Lot
10

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45451000
Description
Decoration work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 11
Id
11
Related Lot
11

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
90911200
Description
Building-cleaning services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 12
Id
12
Related Lot
12

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
51100000
Description
Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 13
Id
13
Related Lot
13

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45200000
Description
Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 14
Id
14
Related Lot
14

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
45200000
Description
Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 15
Id
15
Related Lot
15

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
71354400
Description
Hydrographic services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information
Item 16
Id
16
Related Lot
16

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
63726620
Description
ROV services
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
98363000
Description
Diving services

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM65

Delivery Location

Description
12 separate areas within Orkney and its Islands see appendix B for further information

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Orkney Islands Council
Id
GB-FTS-4848

Identifier

Legal Name
Orkney Islands Council

Address

Street Address
Council Offices, School Place
Locality
Kirkwall
Region
UKM65
Postal Code
KW15 1NY
Country Name
United Kingdom

Contact

Name
Gwyn Evans
Telephone
+44 01856873535
Fax Number
+44 01856876158

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
TED_CA_TYPE
Id
REGIONAL_AUTHORITY
Description
Regional or local authority
Entry 2
Scheme
COFOG
Id
01
Description
General public services
Organisation 2
Name
Kirkwall Sheriff Court
Id
GB-FTS-121983

Identifier

Legal Name
Kirkwall Sheriff Court

Address

Street Address
Watergate
Locality
Kirkwall
Postal Code
KW15 1DP
Country Name
United Kingdom

Contact

Telephone
+44 1856872110

Roles

reviewBody
mediationBody
reviewContactPoint

Details

Award information

Award 1
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-1
Title
Joinery Work / Ceiling & Partition Work
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

2
Award 2
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-2
Title
Roofing Works
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

3
Award 3
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-3
Title
Electrical Work ( new and repair works)
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

4
Award 4
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-4
Title
Plumbing & Mechanical Works (new and repairs works)
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

5
Award 5
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-5
Title
Blacksmiths & Forgemasters Works
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

7
Award 6
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-6
Title
Rendering Work
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

8
Award 7
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-7
Title
Flooring Services
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

9
Award 8
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-8
Title
Painting & Decorating Work
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

10
Award 9
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-9
Title
Cleaning
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

11
Award 10
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-10
Title
Testing & Servicing
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

12
Award 11
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-11
Title
Civil Engineering - Marine
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

13
Award 12
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-12
Title
Civil Engineering – Roads & Structures
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

14
Award 13
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-13
Title
Hydrographic Surveys
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

15
Award 14
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-14
Title
Diving & ROV Services
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

16
Award 15
Id
081608-2026-2018 - 2021-15
Title
Groundswork & Landscape (inc fencing)
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

6
Award 16
Id
081608-2026-16
Title
Building Work
Status
unsuccessful
Status Details
discontinued

Related lots

1

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Kirkwall · UKM65 · KW15 1NY · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKM65

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. 081608-2026award, contract ·