--- title: "Groundworks Framework" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000801936" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000801936" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000801936.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000801936.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL" published: "2025-12-01" --- # Groundworks Framework Buyer: EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000801936 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000801936) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000801936.json) ## Summary East Lothian Council is currently in the tender stage for a "Groundworks Framework" project, aiming to procure a contractor for Slabbing and Tarmacadam works within the Council Housing in East Lothian. This project, classified under the "General public services" category, follows an open procurement procedure and is available for electronic submissions through the specified portal. Key dates to note include the tender submission deadline on 18th July 2025 at 12:00 pm, with the award period commencing immediately thereafter. The framework agreement allows for a maximum of four participants and includes a contract period of 1,440 days, with the possibility of two one-year extensions. The address for East Lothian Council is John Muir House, Haddington, East Lothian, EH41 3HA. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in groundworks, particularly those experienced in slabbing and tarmacadam services, to expand their portfolios by securing long-term projects with a local authority. Companies capable of delivering enhanced community benefits in terms of social, economic, and environmental impact will be well-suited to compete for this contract, aligning with the Council's objectives for sustainability and value from public spending. The open procedure allows for competitive entry, encouraging SMEs with relevant expertise and resources in related grounds maintenance and construction areas to participate. ## Notice East Lothian Council is seeking a contractor to undertake Slabbing and Tarmacadam works to Council Housing. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Term Maintenance Contract will be to undertake Slabbing and Tarmacadam works to Council Housing which may include (but not limited to) the following: -Lifting & Relaying of Slabs -Lifting & Disposal of Slabs -Lifting & Disposal of Slabs & laying of Tarmacadam Path -Repairs to Slabs -Installation of pre-cast Concrete Steps -Repair of Concrete Steps -Replacement of pre-cast Concrete Steps -Installation/Repair/Replacement of Metal Handrails (fixed to concrete steps) -Renewing Manholes as part of Slabbing/Tarmac works -Re-bedding Manholes as part of Slabbing/Tarmac works Renewal: Option to extend by 1 year on 2 occassions ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544576 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 31 Oct 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | June 2027 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £800,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL | | Locality | HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH41 3HA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian | | Local authority | East Lothian | | Electoral ward | Haddington and Lammermuir | | Westminster constituency | Lothian East | | Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 4 | | Supplier names | CRUMMOCK SURFACING; HILLHOUSE QUARRY GROUP; J H CIVIL ENGINEERING; P1 SOLUTIONS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45233222 - Paving and asphalting works - 45432112 - Laying of paving ## Release History - 1 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544576 - 18 Jun 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532799 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=9 30th June 2025 - Bidder Instructions - Documentation to upload - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=3 18th June 2025 - Appendix II - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=4 18th June 2025 - Appendix III - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=5 18th June 2025 - Appendix IV - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=6 18th June 2025 - Appendix V - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=7 18th June 2025 - Appendix VI - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=8 18th June 2025 - Appendix VII - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=1 18th June 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532799&idx=2 18th June 2025 - Appendix I - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532799 Groundworks Framework - East Lothian Council is seeking a contractor to undertake Slabbing and Tarmacadam works to Council Housing. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544576 Groundworks Framework - East Lothian Council is seeking a contractor to undertake Slabbing and Tarmacadam works to Council Housing. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.eastlothian.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000801936 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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