---
title: "Grounds Maintenance Stirling"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060963"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-06-17"
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# Grounds Maintenance Stirling

Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060963

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## Summary

The public procurement contract titled "Grounds Maintenance Stirling" was conducted by Historic Environment Scotland (HES), a national agency based in Edinburgh, UK. This contract, classified under the industry category of "grounds maintenance services," was primarily targeted at maintaining several historic sites in Stirling, including Stirling Castle Grounds and Cambuskeneth Abbey. The procurement process employed an open procedure, with the tender stage active from January 20, 2026, and the submission deadline by February 18, 2026. The award was successfully completed, with the contract awarded to Nurture Landscapes Ltd for a total amount of GBP 32,900, effective from May 7, 2026. The contract ensures services are to be provided from April to October annually, with possible extensions subject to review.

This tender represents a formidable opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance, particularly those equipped to handle extensive historic site upkeep. Companies offering competitive pricing along with robust quality assurance, skills in environmental management, and adherence to health and safety protocols will likely find this tender attractive. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may particularly benefit from engaging with such contracts, given the demonstration of interest in 12 SME bids out of a total of 12 bids. The electronic submission methods further ease the participation process for potential suppliers, fostering an accessible and competitive procurement environment. The focus on community benefits and sustainable practices also aligns with socially responsible business ambitions, encouraging firms to contribute positively to local heritage and tourism through their services.

## Notice

Historic Environment Scotland are seeking to appoint a supplier/s to provide grounds maintenance services for Stirling during the months of April to October. Work outside these months may also be required but is not guaranteed. Below is a list of the sites included in the contract. HES reserves the right to add or remove sites throughout the lifetime of the contract - - Stirling Castle Grounds - Kings Knott - Nether Bailey - Drummond Pleasure Ground - Argyll Lodgings - Esplanade & White House - Stirling Old Bridge - Cambuskeneth Abbey

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Document 2 Specification for full details

Renewal: Once the initial 2 years is up, there will be a option to extend the contract by a further 2 years to be reviewed annually.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057163-2026 |
| 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 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | If all extensions are used then this contract would be re tendered in 2030. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £32,900 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH9 1SH |
| 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 | Southside/Newington |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NURTURE LANDSCAPES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2026 at 13:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057163-2026
- 20 Jan 2026 at 09:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004590-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://historicenvironment.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821082
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00164

## Provenance

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