Tender

PR/R043 Communal Heating Replacement 53-55 London Road, Edinburgh

HILLCREST

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Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Hillcrest aims to replace the communal heating system at 53-55 London Road, Edinburgh. Hillcrest, recognised as a central purchasing body, is situated in Dundee and is driving this initiative under the industry category of housing and community amenities. The tender is currently in the active phase, with the procurement process adopting an open procedure to encourage broad participation. Businesses must submit electronic bids via the Public Contracts Scotland platform by 4th May 2026, with bid openings scheduled immediately after. The contract is set to start on 3rd August 2026 and end by 31st August 2026. Interested parties should keep abreast of submission guidelines and ensure compliance with relevant classifications, including Gas Safe Registration.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in heating system installation and upgrades. Companies equipped with Gas Safe Registration and expertise in communal heating systems will be particularly well-positioned to compete. The tender includes specific community benefits, presenting an avenue for companies to enhance their social value alongside delivering their services. With transparent electronic submission processes and detailed selection criteria, businesses can efficiently channel their efforts into securing this contract, fostering growth and reinforcing their market presence within the community amenities sector in Scotland.

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Notice Title

PR/R043 Communal Heating Replacement 53-55 London Road, Edinburgh

Notice Description

Upgrade of Communal Heating System Plant

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000828128
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552916
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

45248000 - Construction work for hydro-mechanical structures

45333000 - Gas-fitting installation work

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HILLCREST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD2 1EG
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
Lochee
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

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