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North Decoration 2026

CAIRN HOUSING ASSOCIATION

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03 Jul 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cairn Housing Association has launched a tender titled "North Decoration 2026" for the redecoration of external and common areas at 305 social housing properties located in Inverness, Dingwall, Muir of Ord, and Munlochy. This procurement, under the Housing and Community Amenities category, follows an open procedure for works and is presently at the tender stage. Potential bidders are required to submit their electronic applications by 3rd August 2026, noon, with the award period commencing shortly after. The buying organisation is based in Edinburgh, and the project is set to align with the region UKM62, offering a detailed opportunity for businesses to contribute to regional housing improvements.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, painting, and refurbishment services, especially those with experience in social housing projects. Businesses equipped for electronic submissions and proficient in delivering high-quality housing amenities would be well-suited for this project. The open procedure allows for increased competition, thus providing an accessible platform for businesses aiming to expand their service offerings and portfolio in the public sector, particularly within the Scottish regions. The contract entails a duration of 120 days and requires compliance with procurement conditions, including submission of staff names and qualifications, fostering business growth through demonstrated capability and expertise.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North Decoration 2026

Notice Description

External and common area redecoration at 305 social housing properties in Inverness, Dingwall, Muir of Ord and Munlochy

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836455
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559397
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

45451000 - Decoration work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20263 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAIRN HOUSING ASSOCIATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH7 4GH
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
TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith Walk
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

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