Award of CT1835 - Portobello Swim Centre - Enabling Works

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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Award

17 Jun 2026 at 15:09

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has awarded a contract to G Grigg and Sons Ltd for the enabling works at Portobello Swim Centre, a Grade A listed building located in the north-east of Edinburgh. This contract, identified under the title "Award of CT1835 - Portobello Swim Centre - Enabling Works," involves cleaning and repairs to external stonework as part of a larger upgrade plan. The procurement process, classified under the "works" category and associated with construction and stonework services, reached the award stage with the contract being signed on 6th May 2026. The tender period concluded on 10th May 2026, and the total contract value is GBP 361,712.

This award offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in construction, stonework, and exterior building cleaning services. Involvement in such public contracts can enhance a company's profile, expand its portfolio in heritage building projects, and secure future tender opportunities within the public sector. Businesses with expertise in maintaining and repairing historic structures would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders, leveraging their specialised skills to meet the project's demands effectively. Additionally, the contract includes a prompt payment clause, ensuring timely payments throughout the supply chain, which could appeal to subcontractors engaged in the project.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of CT1835 - Portobello Swim Centre - Enabling Works

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking to appoint a contractor to undertake enabling works at Portobello Swim Centre, a Grade A listed building in the North-East locality of the city. The enabling works contribute to a larger plan to upgrade the swim centre and will comprise of cleaning and repairs to external stonework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829092
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558183
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45262000 - Special trade construction works other than roof works

45262510 - Stonework

45452000 - Exterior cleaning work for buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£361,712 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

FIFE COUNCIL

MORAY COUNCIL

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
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
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

ATKINS

CITY BUILDING (CONTRACTS) LLP/RSBI

G GRIGG AND SONS

THE LINES BETWEEN

VENESKY BROWN

WITTETS

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