--- title: "Summer Wheel" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL" published: "2019-09-11" --- # Summer Wheel Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401.json) ## Summary The City of Edinburgh Council is initiating a procurement process for the "Summer Wheel" project, classified under general public services in the tourism and leisure sector. The planned procurement is located in East Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, with an anticipated opportunity for businesses to provide a high-quality observation wheel. Interested parties should note that a site visit is scheduled for 2pm on Thursday, 10th October 2019, and responses to express interest are expected by a future notice date of 21st October 2019. This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in recreational attractions, tourism services, and event management to grow and expand their operations. Companies with experience in installing and managing amusement rides, particularly those who can offer an engaging experience for both residents and tourists, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating, businesses could not only enhance their portfolio but also tap into the vibrant tourism market of Edinburgh during the peak visitor season in July and August. ## Notice East Princes Street Gardens are located in the centre of the historic and beautiful city of Edinburgh. This stunning location offers a specific area considered suitable to host an observation wheel, allowing panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, Princes Street, Arthurs Seat, the Firth of Forth and Fife. During July and August, with influx of visitors for the world famous festivals, this is an ideal opportunity to provide both tourists and the residents of Edinburgh, with the opportunity to enjoy a truly unique experience. ### Lot Information Lot 1 East Princes Street Gardens are located in the centre of the historic and beautiful city of Edinburgh. This stunning location offers a specific area considered suitable to host an observation wheel, allowing panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, Princes Street, Arthurs Seat, the Firth of Forth and Fife. During July and August, with influx of visitors for the world famous festivals, this is an ideal opportunity to provide both tourists and the residents of Edinburgh, with the opportunity to enjoy a truly unique experience. The City of Edinburgh Council intends to seek tenders from organisations capable of providing a high quality observation wheel which combines a moving visual tour with narrative for visitors and residents. The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking notes of interest from organisations who would be interested in this opportunity on a concession basis. An opportunity to view the site will take place at 2pm on Thursday 10th October, please contact ben.fulton@edinburgh.gov.uk if your organisation wishes to attend ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP365750 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 11 Sep 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 21 Oct 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 79952000 - Event services - 79953000 - Festival organisation services - 92300000 - Entertainment services - 92331000 - Fair and amusement park services - 92331200 - Amusement park services ## Release History - 11 Sep 2019 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP365750 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP365750 Summer Wheel - East Princes Street Gardens are located in the centre of the historic and beautiful city of Edinburgh. This stunning location offers a specific area considered suitable to host an observation wheel, allowing panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, Princes Street, Arthurs Seat, the Firth of Forth and Fife. During July and August, with influx of visitors for the world famous festivals, this is an ideal opportunity to provide both tourists and the residents of Edinburgh, with the opportunity to enjoy a truly unique experience. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=597401 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000597401.json.