Tender

Relocation & Career Transition Support Services

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Tender

10 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "Relocation & Career Transition Support Services". This tender is under the education industry category and is located in Edinburgh, UK (region UKM75). The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions directly through the designated public tender platform. Key dates include the tender period ending on 12th March 2026, with the award period commencing on the same day. The total contract value is estimated at GBP 2,600,000, providing significant opportunities for service providers in the field.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in relocation and career transition services. Companies offering end-to-end employee relocation support and career coaching, particularly those with experience in the UK and international markets, would be well-positioned to compete. The services required include global relocation solutions and tailored career transition coaching, which can lead to organisational growth by partnering with a prestigious institution like the University of Edinburgh. With a strong emphasis on quality and price within the award criteria, businesses that can deliver high-quality services at competitive rates would likely excel in this opportunity.

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Notice Title

Relocation & Career Transition Support Services

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh seeks to procure comprehensive services that address two interconnected needs: Relocation Support for new employees and Career Transition Support for staff and their partners.

Lot Information

Relocation Services

Relocation Services: Provide end-to-end support for employees relocating to Edinburgh. Services must adhere to the University's Relocation Policy and offer global coverage to accommodate hires from the UK, Europe, and worldwide.

Renewal: 12 month optional extension

Career Transition Support Services

Career Transition Support Services: Deliver tailored coaching and online resources to staff undergoing career changes and career support to partners of relocating employees, offering guidance on the UK job market and job search assistance.

Renewal: 12 months optional extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822786
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549202
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

79613000 - Employee relocation services

79634000 - Career guidance services

79998000 - Coaching services

98392000 - Relocation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
May 2030

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Iain Davies
Contact Email
idavies@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502759

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
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

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