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title: "P25-0002: Edinburgh BioQuarter, Building NINE - Re-Design and Refurbishment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-047be1"
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# P25-0002: Edinburgh BioQuarter, Building NINE - Re-Design and Refurbishment

Buyer: SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-047be1

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## Summary

The contract for the redesign and refurbishment of Building NINE at Edinburgh BioQuarter, led by Scottish Enterprise, has now reached the awarding stage. Scottish Enterprise is the buying organisation, focusing on architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services within the UKM region. This procurement, carried out as an open procedure, began with the tender phase offering this project to global bidders. Turner & Townsend Project Management Ltd has been successfully awarded part of the contract for Project Stage 1 under the award status, demonstrating its ongoing activity in the sector. The contract is anticipated to commence around September 2024, with an initial duration of 48 months, and an optional extension of a further six months. The estimated value of the contract ranges from GBP340,000 to GBP500,000, excluding VAT.

Businesses specialising in architectural design services and project management stand to benefit significantly from this tender. The opportunity to work alongside Scottish Enterprise presents a valuable chance for growth through engagement with high-value public contracts. The contract's requirements for membership or accreditation with RIBA or RICS encourage participation from skilled firms prepared to meet stringent criteria. Suitable contenders should be capable of delivering prompt payment, innovative methodologies, and sustainable practices, thus aligning with procurement themes such as Fair Work and Net Zero. Companies with a robust project team structure and a focus on detail will be well-suited to compete for future related contracts procured separately, as the procurement process stipulates subcontracting tasks and demands precise execution throughout. This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses seeking to enhance their portfolio in significant architectural and refurbishment projects, particularly those with capabilities in lab and office space configuration.

## Notice

Original Contract Notice: "Scottish Enterprise seeks to appoint a Lead Consultant / Design Team to advise on the design and configuration of new and refurbished lab and office space at Building NINE, Edinburgh BioQuarter. The appointed supplier will be tasked with the design, specification, and subsequent delivery (Project Management) of the selected works. The works contract will be procured separately. Scottish Enterprise anticipates the contract commencing c. 23 September 2024 for a duration of 48 months. Following this period, Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend for a further period of 6 months. Scottish Enterprise anticipate the value of this contract to be in the region of between GBP340,000 and GBP500,000 (excl VAT). Further information in relation to the Scope can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents."

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Original Contract Notice: "Scottish Enterprise seeks to appoint a Lead Consultant / Design Team to advise on the design and configuration of new and refurbished lab and office space at Building NINE, Edinburgh BioQuarter. The appointed supplier will be tasked with the design, specification, and subsequent delivery (Project Management) of the selected works. The works contract will be procured separately. Scottish Enterprise anticipates the contract commencing c. 23 September 2024 for a duration of 48 months. Following this period, Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend for a further period of 6 months. Scottish Enterprise anticipate the value of this contract to be in the region of between GBP340,000 and GBP500,000 (excl VAT). Further information in relation to the Scope can be found within the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents." Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Options: Original Contract Notice: "Following the anticipated 48 months contract, Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend the contract for further period of up to 6 months."

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083997-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £64,500 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 6HQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TURNER & TOWNSEND PROJECT MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2025 at 15:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083997-2025
- 2 Aug 2024 at 08:35 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024236-2024
- 9 Jul 2024 at 11:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020903-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000770818
- https://www.gov.scot/publications/single-point-of-enquiry/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00398
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/glasgow-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court
- https://www.scottish-enterprise.com/help/contact-us

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