Scottish Government names Wills Bros Civil Engineering preferred bidder for £220m A9 dualling between Pitlochry and Killiecrankie.
Wills Bros Civil Engineering has been selected as the preferred contractor to deliver a £220m upgrade of the A9 between Pitlochry and Killiecrankie. The Scottish Government announced its intention to award the contract to the firm ahead of two competing bidders, subject to the successful completion of a mandatory standstill period. The scheme forms part of the broader, long-term programme to dual the A9 trunk road between Perth and Inverness.
This award marks a significant milestone in the multi-billion-pound infrastructure commitment along the A9 route. For major civils firms and earthworks subcontractors, the progression of this section brings much-needed certainty to the regional pipeline. Large-scale earthmoving, bridge construction, and utility diversions will require substantial plant capacity and sub-contract support over the project lifecycle, creating localized demand for earthworks specialists, site logistics, and specialized trades in the Scottish Highlands.
What does this mean for a UK tradesperson or DIYer actually buying this kit — does it change what they should pay, buy, or watch out for?
While this major civil infrastructure contract will not directly alter retail power tool prices or hand tool availability at national merchants like Screwfix or Toolstation, it has clear local implications for regional contractors. Tradespeople operating along the A9 corridor between Perth and Inverness should prepare for localized material supply shifts, particularly regarding bulk aggregates, concrete, and heavy civils materials. Heavy demand from a £220m site can tie up local batching plants and merchant haulage slots. Subcontractors bidding for site works should double-check fuel surcharge terms and plant hire availability in the region before fixing their prices for upcoming work.
Reported by Construction News — original article
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