Tender

Cairn Housing Association: Caithness Kitchens 2025-26

CAIRN HOUSING ASSOCIATION

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Tender

24 Jul 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cairn Housing Association, based in Edinburgh, has initiated a tender process titled "Cairn Housing Association: Caithness Kitchens 2025-26" under the procurement category of works, specifically within the housing and community amenities sector. This open procedure encompasses the replacement of 57 kitchens in occupied social housing stock located primarily in Wick and Thurso, as well as Lybster, Castletown, and Watten in the UKM61 region. The tender phase began with a publication date of 24th July 2025, and interested parties must submit their electronic bids through the Public Contracts Scotland website by noon on 22nd August 2025, with the award period commencing shortly after on the same day. The project, which is divided into two phases starting in September 2025 and May 2026 respectively, offers clear timelines for completion.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, kitchen fitting, or refurbishment services, particularly those experienced in delivering quality work within the social housing sector. Firms that can demonstrate operational efficiency and provide electronic payment solutions will likely find this project beneficial for business growth. The assignment is ideal for companies capable of managing phased projects and meeting specific performance terms as detailed in the tender documents. Participation in this tender not only supports local community development but also aligns with the GPA-covered procurement opportunities, offering a structured avenue for enterprise enhancement within the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cairn Housing Association: Caithness Kitchens 2025-26

Notice Description

Replacement of 57 kitchens in occupied social housing stock in Thurso and Wick areas. 26 kitchens to be replaced in phase 1 of works (over 14 weeks from September 2025) and 31 to be replaced in phase 2 (over 16 weeks from May 2026).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000805261
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535370
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45421151 - Installation of fitted kitchens

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAIRN HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
Stephen McDougall
Contact Email
stephen.mcdougall@cairnha.com
Contact Phone
+44 8009903405

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH7 4GH
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
TLM61 Caithness and Sutherland, and Ross and Cromarty
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith Walk
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

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