Tender

Grounds Maintenance West Coast - Oban

HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND

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Tender

26 May 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Historic Environment Scotland is inviting bids for the provision of Grounds Maintenance Services across various historical sites in the Oban area, including Dunstaffnage Castle & Chapel, Bonawe Iron Furnace, Ardchattan Priory, and Inverlochy Castle. The procurement is classified under the Tourism, Heritage, Conservation, and Built Environment industry category and follows the open procedure method, allowing for electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The tendering phase is active with submissions accepted until 5 June 2026, and the contract period is expected to run from 15 June 2026 to 30 September 2026. Important criteria include having adequate Employers Liability Insurance of £5 million and Public Liability Insurance of £10 million. This procurement represents a significant opportunity for service providers in the grounds maintenance and heritage conservation sectors.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in grounds maintenance and heritage conservation services, especially those with experience in similar projects. Businesses with strong financial standing, as assessed by independent providers like Scotbis, will be well-positioned to compete, provided they meet the insurance and liability requirements. The project supports smaller local enterprises and larger firms alike, offering an excellent chance to enhance their portfolios with prestigious work for a well-regarded public body. The open procurement method invites diverse participation, fostering competitive innovation and allowing businesses to showcase their capabilities in conserving and maintaining historic environments.

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Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance West Coast - Oban

Notice Description

HES is looking for a supplier to provide Grounds Maintenance Services for the following sites in Oban area. - Dunstaffnage Castle & Chapel - Bonawe Iron Furnace - Ardchattan Priory - Inverlochy Castle

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Document 2 Specification for full details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832879
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556573
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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services


CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2026Today
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 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
HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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