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Grounds Maintenance Edinburgh & East Lothian

Historic Environment Scotland

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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04 May 2026 at 11:16

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Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 11:10

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Summary of the contracting process

Historic Environment Scotland (HES), a national agency dedicated to the built environment, conservation, tourism, and heritage, has completed the procurement process for grounds maintenance services in Edinburgh and East Lothian. The contract, identified as HES/C/4325, entails the provision of services from April to October 2026. The awarded contract, signed on 23rd April 2026, encompasses several historical sites such as Craigmillar Castle and Tantallon Castle. The total value awarded is £25,569.15, and the contract was secured through an open procurement procedure conducted electronically. Initially active, the contract involved one lot which was subsequently cancelled, but the service is still covered by the General Procurement Agreement (GPA).

This opportunity provides scope for businesses specializing in grounds maintenance services to grow by engaging with a significant national organisation. Companies adept at delivering high-quality, cost-efficient services, particularly those that can offer competitive edge in both price and quality (with criteria weighted at 60% quality and 40% price), would find this contract particularly attractive. The procurement process prioritised economic resilience, requiring potential suppliers to demonstrate sufficient financial stability, further encouraging long-term sustainable growth for businesses capable of meeting these criteria. With the provision for electronic ordering and invoicing, businesses that are technologically adept and compliant with public liability requirements are well-positioned to leverage the benefits of this agreement. Additionally, the contract offers potential for renewal, signifying possible long-term collaboration for successful suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance Edinburgh & East Lothian

Notice Description

Historic Environment Scotland are looking to appoint a supplier to provide grounds maintenance services for Edinburgh and East Lothian during the months of April to October. Sites included in this contract are listed below, however HES reserves the right to add or remove sites dueing the lifetime of the contract. - Craigmillar Castle - Tantallon Castle - Hailes Castle - Doon Hill

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Document 2 - Specification for full contract requirements

Renewal: Once the initial two years is up, there is an option to extend the contract for a further two years, which will be reviewed annually.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0613f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040769-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,569 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
If all extensions are used then the contract will be up for renewal in 2030

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Historic Environment Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Nurture Landscapes Ltd

Further Information

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