Research Study on Modern Methods of Construction for the Highlands and Islands

Buyer
Argyll and Bute Council
Value
Not published
Closes
11 December 2026
Where
Lochgilphead, Scotland
Type
Open tender

In plain English

Argyll and Bute Council wants an independent research study on whether Modern Methods of Construction (building methods that rely on off-site or factory-based production) and more standardised housing designs can support affordable housing across the Highlands and Islands. The study should give the Council practical findings it can use to make decisions.

What the buyer wants

• Carry out an independent, practical assessment of the research question • Assess whether Modern Methods of Construction and greater housing-design standardisation can support viable, scalable and repeatable affordable housing delivery across the Highlands and Islands • Provide decision-ready findings that the Council can act on

Requirements

What could rule a small business out: The notice does not list any specific eligibility or qualification requirements, but it asks for an independent, decision-ready assessment of a specialist housing topic, so firms without relevant research experience in this area may find it hard to show they can deliver it.

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How to bid

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