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Community Led Improvement Programme (CLIP) Framework Agreement

The City of Edinburgh Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

27 Apr 2026 at 10:52

Tender Notice
Planning

01 Jul 2025 at 14:29

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council is actively seeking service providers to join a Framework Agreement under the Community Led Improvement Programme (CLIP), with a total budget of £1,240,000 GBP dedicated to developing and maintaining green spaces owned by the Council. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, is focusing on a Community Wealth Building model designed to foster economic benefits within local and regional communities. Service providers are expected to engage in the delivery of greenspace and community development projects across Edinburgh (region code UKM75). The tendering activity has a deadline for submissions on 27 May 2026, followed by the bid opening and award starting on the same day. This open procedure allows electronic submissions in English and is covered by the GPA, with a bid validity period of 120 days.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for third sector organisations, local community groups, and not-for-profit entities who support volunteer networks as part of their operations. The focus on transforming local economies through community wealth building means businesses with expertise in greenspace services, including planting, maintenance, landscaping, and community engagement, can thrive. The framework includes two lots: "Community Mapping and Engagement" and "Delivery of Improvement Projects," presenting an avenue for businesses involved in civic betterment and community facilities. Suppliers must have a minimum annual turnover of £90,000 GBP for Lot 1 and £100,000 GBP for Lot 2, along with strong financial standing, insurance coverage, and a commitment to living wage and environmental initiatives. This procurement exercise is well-suited for those poised to contribute to meaningful community welfare projects and enhance local socio-economic landscapes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Community Led Improvement Programme (CLIP) Framework Agreement

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking to implement a Community Wealth Building (CWB) model to deliver a range of greenspace and community development/improvement services to Council owned land. CWB seeks to transform local and regional economic systems to enable local communities and people to own, have a greater stake in, access and benefit from the wealth our economy generates. The Council is committed to adopting a CWB approach to its work wherever possible. In order to build on and recognise the importance and investment of local community groups, third sector organisations and not for profit groups the Council is introducing a budget dedicated to a new Community Led Improvement Programme (CLIP). This Framework Agreement shall be limited to Service Providers who support a volunteer network as part of their organisational activities and is anticipated to be of interest primarily to the third sector. Through the CLIP, the Council intends to support local and third sector organisations and keep some wealth in the local economy, empowering communities to influence their local areas.

Lot Information

Community Mapping and Engagement

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking to implement a Community Wealth Building (CWB) model to deliver a range of greenspace and community development/improvement services to Council owned land. CWB seeks to transform local and regional economic systems to enable local communities and people to own, have a greater stake in, access and benefit from the wealth our economy generates. The Council is committed to adopting a CWB approach to its work wherever possible. In order to build on and recognise the importance and investment of local community groups, third sector organisations and not for profit groups the Council is introducing a budget dedicated to a new Community Led Improvement Programme (CLIP). This Framework Agreement shall be limited to Service Providers who support a volunteer network as part of their organisational activities and is anticipated to be of interest primarily to the third sector. Through the CLIP, the Council intends to support local and third sector organisations and keep some wealth in the local economy, empowering communities to influence their local areas. Lot 1 - Community Mapping and Engagement This Lot seeks Service Providers to develop, manage and deliver CLIP projects across the city.

Renewal: The Council holds the option, at its sole discretion, to extend the Framework Agreement for an additional 12 months

Delivery of Improvement Projects

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking to implement a Community Wealth Building (CWB) model to deliver a range of greenspace and community development/improvement services to Council owned land. CWB seeks to transform local and regional economic systems to enable local communities and people to own, have a greater stake in, access and benefit from the wealth our economy generates. The Council is committed to adopting a CWB approach to its work wherever possible. In order to build on and recognise the importance and investment of local community groups, third sector organisations and not for profit groups the Council is introducing a budget dedicated to a new Community Led Improvement Programme (CLIP). This Framework Agreement shall be limited to Service Providers who support a volunteer network as part of their organisational activities and is anticipated to be of interest primarily to the third sector. Through the CLIP, the Council intends to support local and third sector organisations and keep some wealth in the local economy, empowering communities to influence their local areas. Lot 2 - Delivery of Improvement Projects Building on the work performed in Lot 1, this Lot requires Service Providers to deliver the approved projects working alongside the Lot 1 Service Provider and the Council.

Renewal: The Council holds the option, at its sole discretion, to extend the Framework Agreement for an additional 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0556d5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037898-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

45112700 - Landscaping work

45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas

45112712 - Landscaping work for gardens

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

45233161 - Footpath construction work

45233253 - Surface work for footpaths

45453100 - Refurbishment work

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

77311000 - Ornamental and pleasure gardens maintenance services

77312000 - Weed-clearance services

77312100 - Weed-killing services

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

77314100 - Grassing services

77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming

77341000 - Tree pruning

77342000 - Hedge trimming

90712100 - Urban environmental development planning

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

98133100 - Civic betterment and community facility support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,240,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,240,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Subject to the success of the pilot Framework Agreement, it is estimated the requirement would be retendered around early to mid 2028

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The City of Edinburgh Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

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