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QMRI - INCR Relocation

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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03 Jul 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh has completed the procurement process for the "QMRI - INCR Relocation" project, which falls under the education category, specifically classified under services for the relocation. This contract involves the coordination of moving approximately 350 staff members to the Queen’s Medical Research Institute (QMRI) for the Institute for Neuroscience and Cardiovascular Research (INCR). The process followed an 'open procedure', part of the services procurement category, highlighting transparency and accessibility for eligible bidders. The services are to be delivered in the UKM75 region (Edinburgh), with the contract having been awarded on the 8th of June 2026. The contract is valued at £167,741.76 and includes a contingency for additional services as necessary, with a duration of up to one year.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in relocation and logistics services to expand their business footprint. The contract was highly competitive, attracting a total of five bids, four from SMEs, demonstrating a robust interest from smaller businesses. Being part of such a significant project can be particularly beneficial for companies aiming to bolster their portfolio within the educational sector, particularly in public and institutional relocation services. The successful bidder, Clockwork Removals, an SME, showcases how companies with expertise in efficient and coordinated moving can play a crucial role in supporting significant institutional transitions, thereby opening doors for future opportunities within similar frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QMRI - INCR Relocation

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a contractor to assist with moves from various locations to the Institute for Neuroscience and Cardiovascular Research (INCR), housed within the Queen's Medical Research Institute (QMRI).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh has appointed a contractor to assist with moves from various locations to the Institute for Neuroscience and Cardiovascular Research (INCR), housed within the Queen's Medical Research Institute (QMRI). As part of the fit-out phase, the University will undertake the relocation of approximately 350 staff. The Universityy has appointed a Moving Contractor to plan and deliver these relocations in a coordinated and efficient manner, minimising disruption to ongoing research and operational activities and supporting the successful establishment of the new Institute.. The contract value includes the cost of insurance charges and a contingency for additional services.

Options: The contract period will be up to 1 year (or until the services are completed, whichever is the later date depending on University of Edinburgh timelines.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835507
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559332
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98392000 - Relocation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£167,741 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
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
EH1 1HT
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLOCKWORK REMOVALS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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