PIN - Tweedbank Development Opportunity

Description

This Prior Information Notice invites organisations to participate in market research to help develop the procurement process for the Tweedbank Development in the Scottish Borders. Scottish Borders Council is inviting interested parties to participate in a market research exercise which will inform the development of the procurement approach to appoint a Development Partner to work with the Council to deliver its Tweedbank project. The Tweedbank project consists of the development of 34 hectares of land adjacent to the existing settlement of Tweedbank over a 10-15 year period. It is anticipated that the project will deliver: Infrastructure - road access with active travel links Energy - a heat and energy network with renewable generation Homes - approx. 300-400 homes of varied size and tenure Care facilities - a 60 bed care village Community facilities - including a community centre and play park Business - business and innovation space to support local economic development This market consultation exercise is an exciting opportunity for potential bidders to participate in shaping the Council’s procurement strategy and gain insight into the proposed development strategy.