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title: "Portobello Swim Centre Upgrade"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ff3c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-05"
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# Portobello Swim Centre Upgrade

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ff3c

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is planning the refurbishment of the Portobello Swim Centre, a significant project under the "Refurbishment of run-down buildings" industry category. This procurement, valued at £7,500,000, is in the planning stage with an emphasis on market input to decide the most suitable procurement route. Located three miles from Edinburgh City Centre in the UKM75 region, the project involves extensive upgrades to this historic site, including the relocation of facilities within the building and substantial external repairs. Key deadlines include the completion of a market questionnaire in January 2026 and a planned future notice by 1st April 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure under the legal basis of the European Directive 2014/24/EU.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in refurbishment work, particularly those experienced with heritage or listed buildings, to expand their portfolio with a high-profile project. The scale and scope of the work, especially the specialist demands of the listed building status, make it ideal for companies with expertise in sustainable building restoration, electrical systems upgrade, and mechanical installations. By participating, businesses can gain exposure and credibility by contributing to a landmark community asset in Edinburgh's vibrant public service infrastructure.

## Notice

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking market input in order to determine the best route to market for the refurbishment of Portobello Swim Centre. The building is A Listed. Project information is enclosed along with a short questionnaire for completion in January 2026.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Portobello Swim Centre, first opened in 1898 and located three miles from Edinburgh City Centre, contains Edinburgh's only publicly available Victorian Turkish bath (one of only three remaining in Scotland), along with two public swimming pools and a gym facility) Key proposals include: - Ground Floor: Relocation of the gym to the first floor; reinstatement of the original changing area to the west of the entrance; creation of a new studio space centrally located within the building; installation of additional poolside cubicles; and reconfiguration of circulation routes to enhance user flow. - First Floor: Conversion of existing studio spaces into a new dual-aspect gym overlooking Portobello Beach and both swimming pools. - Externally: Substantial repairs are planned for the roof and stonework, with emergency stonework repairs already undertaken in October 2025. The outline MEP scope includes: - Upgrades to switchgear, distribution systems, and general power - Installation of new general and emergency lighting - Coordination with specialists on fire detection, access control, data networks, and AV systems Additional information: Please complete the enclosed short questionnaire if you are interested in the project to help determine an appropriate route to market

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000262-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2026 at 12:07 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000262-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000819571
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=819571
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00290

## Provenance

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