SC0150 Scottish Canals Contractor Works Framework

Scottish Canals

Published: Jun 18, 2026

Updated: Jun 25, 2026

Source: Public Contracts Scotland

About This Opportunity

This is a framework agreement contract in the architecture and engineering, construction and civil works and urban development and housing sectors. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 110.0 million. Proposals must be submitted before July 20, 2026.

Published through Public Contracts Scotland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for framework agreement in the architecture and engineering sector. Framework agreements establish terms for recurring procurement over a defined period. Selected firms are called upon as needs arise, making this a longer-term engagement opportunity. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Contractors Framework is a vital part in the delivery of our Corporate Vision, particularly supporting maintaining and improving our assets as well as playing a part in inclusive regeneration and place making. The projects commissioned through our Framework are a tangible demonstration of the public value that Scottish Canals aims to deliver, as well as increasing the wider socio-economic sustainability of the local communities that the canals run through.

Lot: Lot 1 – Civils including design — Lot 1 - Civils including design(including site set-up and primary emergency response)

Lot: Lot 2 – Landscaping including design — Lot 2 – Landscaping including design

Lot: Lot 3 – Hydrographic and Topographic Survey / Site Investigation / Ground Investigation — Lot 3 – Hydrographic and Topographic Survey / Site Investigation / Ground Investigation

Lot: Lot 4 – MEICA including design - (Mechanical / Hydraulic / Electrical / Controls / Telemetry) — Lot 4 – MEICA including design - (Mechanical / Hydraulic / Electrical / Controls / Telemetry)

Lot: Lot 7 - Regional Construction Works — Lot 7 - Regional Construction Works – This lot is split up into regional sub lots as below:
Lot 7a – Lowlands
Lot 7b – Caley
Lot 7c - Crinan

Lot: Lot 8 - Professional Service - Engineering and Built Environment — Lot 8 - Professional Service - Engineering and Built Environment (this lot is sub divided into lots 8a & 8b)
Lot 8a - Professional Service - General (no Reservoirs)
Lot 8b - Professional Service - Reservoirs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Public Contracts Scotland and was originally published on June 18, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Scottish Canals

Scottish Canals has issued 37 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 9 currently open and 2 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Architecture & Engineering Services, Construction & Civil Works, and Culture, Heritage & Tourism. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via Public Contracts Scotland and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is Up to £110,000,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Public Contracts Scotland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is July 20, 2026. You have 25 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Scottish Canals in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Framework agreement contract in the Architecture & Engineering Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.