Tender

Furniture Removal, Storage, Design and Move Management Framework Agreement

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Jan 2026 at 14:38

Planning

29 Aug 2025 at 12:27

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council is initiating a multi-lot Framework Agreement for Furniture Removal, Storage, Design and Move Management services, classified under CPV code 63120000. The procurement is at the Tender stage and is valued at approximately £4,390,000. The framework agreement begins in May 2026 and will last four years without extension. Vendors can tender for up to 999 lots, covering services ranging from furniture removal and ethical disposal to temporary accommodation furniture transfer and design and move management. The procurement follows an open procedure with vital dates, including the tender period ending on 23 February 2026. The projects will be delivered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, under the coordination of The City of Edinburgh Council, which ensures compliance with real Living Wage payments, environmental management, and health and safety standards.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in storage and warehousing, furniture removal, design and relocation services. With an open procedure and multiple lots available, businesses with a strong track record in providing these services, particularly in managing large-scale relocations, and those with the necessary economic and financial standing will find this framework an opportunity for growth. By participating, businesses can secure long-term visibility and collaboration with regional authorities, which could lead to sustained business expansion. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate compliance with rigorous technical and professional criteria, including sustainability practices and financial resilience, to be considered for this lucrative framework.

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Notice Title

Furniture Removal, Storage, Design and Move Management Framework Agreement

Notice Description

The Council has a requirement for a Multi-lot Framework Agreement for the provision of Furniture Removals and Storage, Design and Move Management services. It is expected that the new Framework Agreement shall operate from May 2026 for a period of four years with no option to extend. The Council's aim is to appoint a number of Contractors to deliver the above services. Please note that the estimated framework value is subject to anticipated demand and the Council can not guarantee the volume of business.

Lot Information

Design and Move Management

Lot 3 - Fully design, manage and provide advice/support to Council staff or project teams that are responsible for the relocation of staff and services to ensure relocations are carried out efficiently and cost effectively with minimum disruption or down time to business. Relocation of staff with associated furniture, equipment and resources. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Temporary Accommodation Service Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage

Lot 2 - Temporary Accommodation Services is a statutory service within the Council which provides accommodation and support for around 5,000 homeless people per year. A significant number of those customers require assistance with the removal, transfer and storage of belongings. The Contractor would be required to assist tenants with the removal, transfer and storage of belongings and sometimes for an unspecified amount of time. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Furniture Removal and Ethical Disposal

Lot 1 - project based removal and ethical disposal of old furniture and assistance with delivery, set-up, dismantle and removal of furniture for large scale events e.g. Elections occupied by the Council and partners such as CGI, National Health Service, Police Scotland and Scottish Fire. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059071
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006263-2026
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

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

60180000 - Hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver

60181000 - Hire of trucks with driver

60183000 - Hire of vans with driver

63120000 - Storage and warehousing services

63121000 - Storage and retrieval services

63121100 - Storage services

71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79930000 - Specialty design services

79932000 - Interior design services

79934000 - Furniture design services

90513000 - Non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal services

98392000 - Relocation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,390,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Today
Future Notice Date
11 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Summer 2029

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
aga.wieczorkiewicz@edinburgh.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314693922

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Post Town
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

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