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Trams to Granton, BioQuarter & Beyond - Technical Advisor Support

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has completed the procurement process for technical advisor support concerning the expansion of the city's tram network to Granton, BioQuarter, and beyond. This procurement falls under the industry categories of Housing and community amenities and General public services. The awarded contract, under an open procedure, was published with the objective of securing a qualified technical advisor for initial public consultation, strategic policy context, initial design development, and the preparation of the outline business case. This contract was signed on 9th January 2025, with the awarded entity being Jacobs UK Limited, a large-scale business based in London.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in technical advisory services within the public transportation sector. The focus on expanding Edinburgh's tram network signifies a notable urban infrastructure project, attracting firms experienced in engineering consultancy, strategic urban planning, and public transportation development. Businesses adept at handling large-scale public sector projects and those with a strong portfolio in similar advisory roles would find themselves well-suited to compete in such tenders. The successful completion of this contract highlights the potential for ongoing cooperation and future opportunities in the city's infrastructure development plans.

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Notice Title

Trams to Granton, BioQuarter & Beyond - Technical Advisor Support

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council requires the services of a qualified technical advisor to support the initial public consultation and the strategic policy context in light of its plans to expand the city's tram network. the appointed contractor will also undertake the initial design development and technical expert advice in relation to the preparation of the outline business case.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council requires the services of a qualified technical advisor to support initial public consultation and strategic policy context in light of its plans to expand the city's tram network. The appointed contractor will also undertake the initial design development and technical expert advice in relation to the preparation of the outline business case.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000790834
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525100
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£606,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

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
Nick McIntosh
Contact Email
nick.mcintosh@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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JACOBS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR525100
    Trams to Granton, BioQuarter & Beyond - Technical Advisor Support - The City of Edinburgh Council requires the services of a qualified technical advisor to support the initial public consultation and the strategic policy context in light of its plans to expand the city's tram network. the appointed contractor will also undertake the initial design development and technical expert advice in relation to the preparation of the outline business case.

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