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Retrofit Works At Craigmillar And Peffermill Multistorey Accommodation In Edinburgh

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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02 Sep 2025 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has completed the contracting process for the retrofit of Craigmillar and Peffermill multistorey accommodation in Edinburgh, falling under the works category and in the UKM75 region. The procurement involved an open procedure aimed at addressing significant refurbishment needs related to energy performance and structural integrity to comply with statutory regulations such as EESSH2, SHQS, and Fire Compliance. The award was formally signed on 30th June 2025, with Kier Construction, a large-scale enterprise, selected as the supplier. The council, located at Waverley Court, 4 East Market Street, Edinburgh, initiated this tender through an open market approach facilitated via the SPA PB3 Workstream 4 framework for new builds, refurbishment, and infrastructure.

This procurement provides notable opportunities for businesses specialising in large-scale refurbishment and construction projects, particularly those with experience in residential high-rise upgrades and compliance with energy efficiency standards. It highlights potential growth for companies capable of delivering comprehensive refurbishment solutions, particularly those able to navigate complex statutory requirements and infrastructure upgrades. Despite the completion status, similar tenders from the council could present future opportunities for businesses adept in public works projects, particularly those aligned with sustainability and energy efficiency mandates.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Retrofit Works At Craigmillar And Peffermill Multistorey Accommodation In Edinburgh

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council required a qualified contractor to undertake the major refurbishment of Craigmillar & Peffermill Court, a high rise residential building. The refurbishment is meant to address inherent issues in the building fabric, energy performance and end of life/failing aspects of the building while supporting the Council in achieving statutory regulations such as EESSH2, SHQS & Fire Compliance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council required a qualified contractor to undertake the major refurbishment of Craigmillar & Peffermill Court, a high rise residential building. The refurbishment is meant to address inherent issues in the building fabric, energy performance and end of life/failing aspects of the building while supporting the Council in achieving statutory regulations such as EESSH2, SHQS & Fire Compliance. The works at Craigmillar & Peffermill Court include: Refurbishment of two 15 storey residential blocks consisting of 114 properties. Improve thermal performance of the blocks to EESSH2 Standards with new external wall insulation and cladding system as well as interventions to address damp and mould issues in voids. Address outstanding structural repairs and building maintenance issues with a solution which lessens the demand on future maintenance. Upgrade Communal areas by adding amenities such as bicycle storage, new build standard recycling facilities, improved CCTV and lighting. Upgrades to the roofs and foyer areas. Improvements to the externals including entrance ways, parking, vehicle access and recreational space. Improvements to the ground floor areas to contribute to placemaking strategy. Sprinklers, new fire rated flat entrance doors and automatic opening vents proposed throughout the blocks. (The above may not be an exhaustive list) The route to market for this requirement was SPA PB3 Workstream 4- New Build, Refurbishment and Infrastructure

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000802405
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538239
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£262,839 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20257 months 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jamie Smart
Contact Email
jamie.smart@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

KIER CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538239
    Retrofit Works At Craigmillar And Peffermill Multistorey Accommodation In Edinburgh - The City of Edinburgh Council required a qualified contractor to undertake the major refurbishment of Craigmillar & Peffermill Court, a high rise residential building. The refurbishment is meant to address inherent issues in the building fabric, energy performance and end of life/failing aspects of the building while supporting the Council in achieving statutory regulations such as EESSH2, SHQS & Fire Compliance.

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