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title: "Natural Stone Products for Roads and Footways Framework Agreement"
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# Natural Stone Products for Roads and Footways Framework Agreement

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0584f9

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council has completed a procurement process titled "Natural Stone Products for Roads and Footways Framework Agreement," focusing on the provision of natural stone products such as Caithness Stone Paviors, Granite Setts, and Whinstone materials. This open procedure tender was classified under the CPV code for stone for construction and had an open procurement method aiming at the goods category. The contract involves supply and delivery of stone to various sites across Edinburgh, considering its World Heritage status. Initially posted in 2025 with an active duration spanning two years and an option to extend for two more, the procurement has progressed beyond the awarding stage as of 2026, with contracts signed on 14 January 2026. The framework supports recycling initiatives and mandates matching new materials with existing street stones.

This framework agreement offers growth opportunities for businesses specializing in stone supply and infrastructure, particularly firms experienced in providing high-quality materials that support heritage preservation. Small and Medium Enterprises, particularly those in the construction and materials recycling sectors, stand to benefit significantly by securing a role in this framework. Companies capable of meeting Edinburgh's conservation standards and holding necessary certifications are well-poised to compete. The procurement's focus on environmental management, alongside specific requirements such as holding ISO14001 or equivalent, suits businesses invested in sustainable practices to strengthen their market position within the public sector.

## Notice

The City of Edinburgh Council (the Council) has established a three-Lot Framework Agreement for the provision of Natural Stone products and appointed a maximum of three Suppliers to service each Lot of the Framework Agreement as follows (Lot 4 also allows for the recycling of recovered material): Lot 1: Caithness Stone Paviors Lot 3: Granite Setts, Kerbs, Channels and Tactile Paving Lot 4: Whinstone Recycling and Supply of New Whinstone Setts, Kerbs, Channels This Framework Agreement will be for a period of two years, with the option to extend for a further two years (2 + 1 + 1).

### Lot Information

Caithness Stone Paviors

The Framework Agreement is for provision of the supply and delivery of Natural Stone products to various sites throughout Edinburgh and its surrounding areas and recycling of Whinstone material as directed by the Council. The City of Edinburgh holds World Heritage status for its Old and New Towns and has numerous conservation areas, therefore, any stone products procured must match with the existing materials to ensure this status is maintained, further information is available within the Edinburgh Street Design Guidance Document. The quality of Caithness (lot 1) supplied must meet the strict requirements within this tender and the Specification. All stone supplied through this Framework Agreement must match with any existing stone already on-street, account must be taken of how newly supplied stone will look after weathering and general wear and tear.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance.

Hard Sandstone (Yorkstone Scoutmoor) Paviors and Setts

The Framework Agreement is for provision of the supply and delivery of Natural Stone products to various sites throughout Edinburgh and its surrounding areas and recycling of Whinstone material as directed by the Council. The City of Edinburgh holds World Heritage status for its Old and New Towns and has numerous conservation areas, therefore, any stone products procured must match with the existing materials to ensure this status is maintained, further information is available within the Edinburgh Street Design Guidance Document. Hard Sandstone (Yorkstone Scoutmoor) (Lot 2) although unspecified within the Edinburgh Design Guidance document is the preferred finish for many of the streets within Edinburgh's New Town, the Sandstone currently used has historically been Scoutmoor Hard Yorkstone and any Sandstone provided under this Contract must meet the Specification. All stone supplied through this Framework Agreement must match with any existing stone already on-street, account must be taken of how newly supplied stone will look after weathering and general wear and tear.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance.

Granite Setts, Kerbs, Channels and Tactile Paving

The Framework Agreement is for provision of the supply and delivery of Natural Stone products to various sites throughout Edinburgh and its surrounding areas and recycling of Whinstone material as directed by the Council. The City of Edinburgh holds World Heritage status for its Old and New Towns and has numerous conservation areas, therefore, any stone products procured must match with the existing materials to ensure this status is maintained, further information is available within the Edinburgh Street Design Guidance Document. The quality of Granite (Lot 3) supplied must meet the strict requirements within this tender and the Specifications. All stone supplied through this Framework Agreement must match with any existing stone already on-street, account must be taken of how newly supplied stone will look after weathering and general wear and tear.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance.

Whinstone Recycling and Supply of New Whinstone Setts, Kerbs, Channels

The Framework Agreement is for provision of the supply and delivery of Natural Stone products to various sites throughout Edinburgh and its surrounding areas and recycling of Whinstone material as directed by the Council. The City of Edinburgh holds World Heritage status for its Old and New Towns and has numerous conservation areas, therefore, any stone products procured must match with the existing materials to ensure this status is maintained, further information is available within the Edinburgh Street Design Guidance Document. The quality of Whinstone (Lot 4) supplied must meet the strict requirements within this tender and the Specifications. All stone supplied through this Framework Agreement must match with any existing stone already on-street, account must be taken of how newly supplied stone will look after weathering and general wear and tear. Recycling quantities shall be discussed with the relevant Council Project Manager prior to collection and subsequently verified upon collection. A strict stock-control process shall be adopted, and the successful Supplier shall develop and propose such a system for approval by the Council. In particular, any wastage during the recycling process shall be detailed and the reasons for the wastage and the amount and type of material wasted shall be recorded.

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053724-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 48 months |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,333,333 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | BBS BRICK AND STONE; HARDSCAPE PRODUCTS; TRADSTOCKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44113000 - Road-construction materials
- 44113120 - Paving slabs
- 44113130 - Paving stones
- 44900000 - Stone for construction, limestone, gypsum and slate
- 44910000 - Stone for construction
- 44912100 - Granite
- 44912200 - Sandstone

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 10:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053724-2026
- 11 Aug 2025 at 10:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047570-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806197
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00290

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