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Repair & Maintenance of the Ross Fountain

The City of Edinburgh Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

08 Aug 2025 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

10 Feb 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Planning

18 Oct 2023 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council, located in Edinburgh, is overseeing the public procurement process for the Repair & Maintenance of the Ross Fountain, situated at Princes Street in Edinburgh & The Lothians. The procurement falls under the services industry category and is currently in the contract award stage, following a planning and tender phase that began with a planned procurement notice dated 18th October 2023. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with key procurement dates including award completion on 8th August 2025. The fountain, a prominent historical feature, requires annual maintenance, including specialised services such as legionella control. The total contract value was awarded at £57,115 GBP to Pump Action Ltd, emphasising maintenance tasks with ongoing activities projected until 2032.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in maintenance, repair services, and water treatment. Companies with expertise in handling historical landmarks, as well as SMEs looking to expand their portfolios in public service contracts, would find this opportunity well-suited for business growth. The contract's focus on tasks such as UV lamp servicing, safety equipment checks, and urgent repair coverage opens avenues for subcontracting and partnerships. Furthermore, emphasis on community benefits encourages suppliers to contribute towards social, economic, or environmental initiatives, enhancing corporate growth and reputation. With these facets, the contract invites dynamic participation from a broad spectrum of innovative service providers eager to engage in long-term municipal collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Repair & Maintenance of the Ross Fountain

Notice Description

Repair & Maintenance of the Ross Fountain

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council requires a maintenance contractor to undertake annual maintenance and repairs of the Ross Fountain including legionella control, There may be occasions where ad-hoc specialist services are required from the contractor in relation to the Fountain and you may be required to subcontract on behalf of the Council. Maintenance/Servicing/Repairs - summary Filter basket servicing (weekly, or as seasons require) Visual checks (monthly) UV lamp servicing (quarterly / annually) Safety equipment check (Annually) Fountain Clean (Annually) Emergency Cover for Work performed by CEC staff Pumps Legionella testing and treatment

Renewal: 2032

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000747957
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536615
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77311000 - Ornamental and pleasure gardens maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£57,115 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
11 Dec 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2032

Notice Status

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Pump Action Ltd

Further Information

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