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17 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

National Museums Scotland is inviting tenders for the provision of Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) and TM44 Reports for its estate, based at 44 Chambers Street, Edinburgh. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage under an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The tender closes on 14 August 2026, with the award period starting the same day. Notable classifications for this procurement include CPV codes 71315210, 71314300, and 71314000, signifying its focus within the services industry category, particularly related to environmental and energy consultancy services.

This tender provides a noteworthy opportunity for businesses specializing in energy consultancy and certifications to engage with the prominent public sector institution of National Museums Scotland. Given the requirements for TM44 reports and EPCs, companies that are duly registered with relevant certification bodies and can demonstrate expertise in these areas are well-placed to compete. Additionally, participating in this contract could lead to long-term collaborations and heightened visibility within the public sector, bolstering business growth in energy management consultancy and related services.

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Notice Title

National Museums Scotland - Provision of EPC and TM44 Reports

Notice Description

Provision of Energy Performance Certifications and TM44 Report for the National Museums Scotland Estate

Lot Information

Lot 1

National Museums Scotland require the provision of Energy Performance Certificates for the NMS Estate along with TM44 Surveys. Additional Information can be provided by contracting the Buyer on m.drysdale@nms.ac.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832670
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560410
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71314000 - Energy and related services

71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL MUSEUMS SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1JF
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
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM84 North Lanarkshire

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

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