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Granton Water Monitoring

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has awarded a contract for "Granton Water Monitoring," aimed at recommencing groundwater monitoring at the Granton Plot A site on a quarterly basis. The procurement process, under the open procedure method, has culminated in the signing of a contract valued at £108,640 with Terrenus Land & Water Ltd on 18 November 2024. The service, classified under general public services and environmental monitoring (CPV codes 90740000, 90730000, and 90711500), requires the collection and analysis of samples from streams and boreholes, with the preparation of detailed reports after each monitoring round. The procurement stage has advanced from tender to award, with the process being actively monitored to ensure compliance with payment obligations to sub-contractors.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring and laboratory analysis services. The scope of work, which includes ongoing groundwater monitoring and reporting, is ideally suited for SMEs with relevant expertise and capabilities. The contract offers stable business growth potential over its duration, with possible extensions, fostering long-term partnerships with the City of Edinburgh Council. Companies that are adept at providing comprehensive environmental analysis and maintaining high-quality standards will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The emphasis on timely payments and the requirement for a Living Wage ensure a fair and supportive working environment for all involved.

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Notice Title

Granton Water Monitoring

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking to appoint a Service Provider to recommence groundwater monitoring at the Granton Plot A site on a quarterly basis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking to appoint a Service Provider to recommence groundwater monitoring at the Granton Plot A site on a quarterly basis. The services required include: - Groundwater monitoring to be carried out on a quarterly basis and the collection of samples from 4 foreshore streams and low flow groundwater sampling from 10 boreholes spread across the site; - Laboratory analysis of all samples; and - Preparation of a report after each monitoring round detailing the results from the monitoring round and comparing the historic trends.

Renewal: The Council wishes to hold the option to extend for up to a further 24 months, undertaken at the sole discretion of the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000765718
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC519399
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

90730000 - Pollution tracking and monitoring and rehabilitation

90733700 - Groundwater pollution monitoring or control services

90740000 - Pollutants tracking and monitoring and rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£108,640 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
If the full contract period is undertaken, this requirement shall likely be re-tendered in early to mid 2028

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Callum Ewan, Shane Newell
Contact Email
callum.ewan@edinburgh.gov.uk, shane.newell@edinburgh.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TERRENUS LAND & WATER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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