Hill of Tarvit Mansion & Garden, Steel Fire Escape Stairs & Stone Wall Repairs

NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND

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Tender

09 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust for Scotland is initiating an open procurement for structural repairs at the Hill of Tarvit Mansion & Garden located in Cupar, Fife. This tender, governed by conservation and heritage guidelines, invites bids for works including general building fabric repairs and the construction of steel fire escape stairs. The contracting process, tagged under the 'works' category, is currently in the tender stage and will close for submissions on the 7th of July, 2026, with an anticipated award period starting the same day. Electronic submissions are welcome via the Public Contracts Scotland portal, and contractors are advised to upload documents in advance to avoid technical issues.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in heritage conservation, construction, or structural repair. Companies with a strong track record in these areas, particularly those familiar with statutory requirements and good conservation practices, will find this project well-suited to their expertise. The open procurement method provides a level playing field, enabling businesses to expand their portfolio by undertaking prestigious restoration work that is pivotal to historical preservation in Scotland. The successful contractor will be tasked with detailed inspection, site verification, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, a venture promising both visibility and professional leverage within the sector.

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Notice Title

Hill of Tarvit Mansion & Garden, Steel Fire Escape Stairs & Stone Wall Repairs

Notice Description

The National Trust for Scotland wishes to undertake external fabric repair works at Hill of Tarvit Mansion House. The works comprise general building fabric and external structural repairs to an existing heritage property, including associated access, protection, temporary works and making good. The Contractor will be required to inspect and verify site conditions, provide all necessary labour, materials, plant and supervision, and carry out the works safely and carefully in accordance with the tender information, statutory requirements, relevant standards and good conservation practice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Trust for Scotland wishes to undertake external fabric repair works at Hill of Tarvit Mansion House. The works comprise general building fabric and external structural repairs to an existing heritage property, including associated access, protection, temporary works and making good. The Contractor will be required to inspect and verify site conditions, provide all necessary labour, materials, plant and supervision, and carry out the works safely and carefully in accordance with the tender information, statutory requirements, relevant standards and good conservation practice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834109
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557623
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

45262522 - Masonry work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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 TRUST FOR SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9LD
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
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557623
    Hill of Tarvit Mansion & Garden, Steel Fire Escape Stairs & Stone Wall Repairs - The National Trust for Scotland wishes to undertake external fabric repair works at Hill of Tarvit Mansion House. The works comprise general building fabric and external structural repairs to an existing heritage property, including associated access, protection, temporary works and making good. The Contractor will be required to inspect and verify site conditions, provide all necessary labour, materials, plant and supervision, and carry out the works safely and carefully in accordance with the tender information, statutory requirements, relevant standards and good conservation practice.

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