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Construction works for the Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation District Scotland South (AMIDS South)

Construction of the AMIDS South infrastructure, including the upgrade and widening of 1.7km of existing road, installation of new sewer structures, and construction of a 93-meter span steel arch bridge over the White Cart Water. The project also involves building a 550m offline road and upgrading existing riverbank retaining walls. The contractor is responsible for discharging specific planning consent conditions and meeting key completion dates for access to the new Paisley Grammar School campus.

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Awarded value
£34.7m
As published
Published
21 March 2023
Awarded
14 August 2025
Farrans Construction
Contract length
27 months
Ends 29 May 2027

What the contract covers

Works contract

Provision of civil engineering and infrastructure construction services for major road, bridge, and riverbank development projects.

  • Upgrade and widen approximately 1.7km of existing road, including new road infrastructure on the North-to-South Route and a new sewer structure
  • Upgrade existing retaining walls for riverbank retention work at the east bank of the White Cart Water
  • Construct a new 93-metre-span steel arch bridge over the White Cart Water
  • Construct a new approximately 550-metre offline road on the East-to-West Route
  • Provide dedicated cycling and walking provision along the new routes, including an underpass for walking and cycling at Renfrew Road into Gallowhill
  • Deliver environmental improvements along the White Cart river, including clearing debris and enhancing riverside biodiversity

Terms and requirements

Contract type
Works contract
Initial term
24 months
Contract dates
5 March 2025 to 29 May 2027
Certifications asked for
None stated
Lots
1
Suitable for SMEs
Not stated
Category
Works
CPV codes
45220000, 45112730, 45221111, 45233000

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Renfrewshire Council

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Farrans Construction

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Cite this contract

Link
https://bidskim.com/tender/746386/construction-works-for-the-advanced-manufacturing-and-innovation-district-scotla
Buyer reference
RC-CPU-22-352
Last checked
5 November 2026

Renfrewshire Council. Construction works for the Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation District Scotland South (AMIDS South). Contract award, 21 March 2023. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/746386/construction-works-for-the-advanced-manufacturing-and-innovation-district-scotla (accessed 5 November 2026).