---
title: "EDC/2025/4260 -Blacksmith Contract"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000826299"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-12"
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# EDC/2025/4260 -Blacksmith Contract

Buyer: EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000826299

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## Summary

East Dunbartonshire Council is inviting bids for the contract titled "EDC/2025/4260 - Blacksmith Contract," which falls under the general public services category. This contract aims to secure experienced blacksmith services on an 'as and when required' basis within the Kirkintilloch region (UKM81). The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure method. The deadline for electronic submissions is set for 9th April 2026 at noon, whereupon the awarding process will commence. Interested parties can find submission details on the Public Contracts Scotland website.

This tender presents a prime opportunity for businesses specializing in blacksmith services to expand their portfolio by securing a long-term contract with a local authority. With a contract period of three years, potentially extendable by two additional twelve-month terms, businesses that demonstrate suitable experience in delivering similar services are well-paced to benefit. East Dunbartonshire Council, as the buying organisation, requires bidders to have relevant past experience and meet the suitability, economic, and technical criteria outlined in the online SPD Scotland. Such requirements underline the importance of prior experience, making this tender ideal for established blacksmiths with a proven track record. Electronic invoicing and ordering are included, facilitating a streamlined procurement process.

## Notice

The Authority wishes to establish a contract for the provision of experienced Blacksmiths Services to be used on an 'as and when required' basis.

### Lot Information

EDC/2025/4260 - Blacksmith East

The Authority wishes to establish a contract for the provision of experienced Blacksmiths Services to be used on an 'as and when required' basis.

Renewal: This is a 3 Years contract with 2 twelve month extensions

EDC/2025/4260 - Blacksmith West

The Authority wishes to establish a contract for the provision of experienced Blacksmiths Services to be used on an 'as and when required' basis.

Renewal: This is a 3 year contract with 2 twelve month extensions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551600 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKINTILLOCH |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G66 1TJ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire |
| Local authority | East Dunbartonshire |
| Electoral ward | Lenzie and Kirkintilloch South |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Dunbartonshire |
| Delivery location | TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45262670 - Metalworking
- 45262700 - Building alteration work
- 45341000 - Erection of railings
- 71550000 - Blacksmith services

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551600

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551600
  EDC/2025/4260 -Blacksmith Contract - The Authority wishes to establish a contract for the provision of experienced Blacksmiths Services to be used on an 'as and when required' basis.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000826299
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=826299
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=826299
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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