Construction Contract Leads
Scotland
Category Works
Type Tender
No. of Lots 7
Status Active
Published 13th Jul 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-06c9a7 |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | Retirement home construction work |
| Procurement Method | Open procedure |
| Value | £50,400,000 |
Scotland
Category Works
Type Tender
No. of Lots 7
Status Active
Published 13th Jul 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-06c9a7 |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | Retirement home construction work |
| Procurement Method | Open procedure |
| Value | £50,400,000 |
Section I: Contracting authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Bield Housing & Care
79 Hopetoun Street
Edinburgh
EH7 4QF
Bieldprocurement [at] bield.co.uk
Telephone
+44 1312734078
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM - Scotland
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
I.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Housing and community amenities
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Dynamic Purchasing System for Investment 2026 - 31(36)
Reference number
BD-DPS-001-2026
II.1.2) Main CPV code
- 45215212 - Retirement home construction work
II.1.3) Type of contract
Works
II.1.4) Short description
The capital investment works and services required will fall under multiple Lots within the Dynamic Purchasing System.
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: 拢50,400,000
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
II.2) Description
II.2.1) Title
Fabric First and Net Zero Carbon Works
Lot No
2
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 45320000 - Insulation work
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot covers the design, supply, installation, commissioning, and assurance of fabric-first energy efficiency measures and Net Zero carbon interventions on both domestic housing and commercial buildings. The appointed Contractor(s) will deliver high鈥憅uality, technically compliant works that reduce energy demand, improve thermal performance, and support Bield and our Partners transition to Net Zero by 2045.
Works may be instructed as standalone packages or integrated with wider refurbishment, planned maintenance, or retrofit programmes. Delivery must align with recognised standards including PAS 2035, PAS 2030, BS 5250, BS EN ISO 13788, TrustMark, and relevant Scottish Government guidance (EESSH2, Heat in Buildings Strategy, Net Zero Public Sector Buildings Standard).
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: 拢19,000,000
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
60
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
60 months.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
II.2) Description
II.2.1) Title
Furniture, Fixings and Equipment (FFE)
Lot No
3
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot covers the supply, installation, maintenance, replacement, and associated minor works relating to fixings, furniture, and equipment across the Bield鈥檚 and our Partners domestic housing and commercial buildings. The Contractor(s) appointed under this Lot will deliver high鈥憅uality, durable, safe, and compliant installations that support day鈥憈o鈥慸ay operations, planned maintenance programmes, capital works, and responsive repairs.
The Lot includes works in occupied and void properties, live operational environments, and public鈥慺acing spaces, requiring careful coordination, resident engagement, and adherence to health and safety legislation.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: 拢900,000
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
60
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
60 months.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
II.2) Description
II.2.1) Title
Property Refurbishment & Conversion
Lot No
1
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
Multiple locations as per Appendix D - Regional Map.
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Property Refurbishment and Conversion Works refers to the coordinated delivery of multi鈥慸isciplinary construction, building fabric, mechanical, electrical, and specialist services required to upgrade, modernise, reconfigure, or repurpose existing buildings. Works are delivered in accordance with Scottish Building Standards, CDM Regulations, and client鈥憇pecific technical requirements to ensure buildings remain safe, compliant, energy鈥慹fficient, and fit for purpose.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: 拢2,200,000
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
60
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
60 months.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
II.2) Description
II.2.1) Title
Bathroom Aids and Adaptations
Lot No
4
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 45211310 - Bathrooms construction work
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot covers the design, supply, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of bathroom aids and adaptations across Bield and our Partners domestic housing and commercial buildings. The appointed Contractor(s) will deliver high鈥憅uality, safe, and compliant adaptations that support independent living, accessibility, and improved outcomes for residents with mobility, sensory, or health鈥憆elated needs.
Works may be instructed as part of statutory adaptations, Occupational Therapist (OT) led recommendations, planned accessibility programmes, or responsive adaptations. Delivery must align with Scottish legislation, accessibility standards, and policies for vulnerable residents.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: 拢2,500,000
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
60
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
60 months.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
II.2) Description
II.2.1) Title
Fire Remedial Works
Lot No
5
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot covers the inspection, supply, installation, repair, replacement, and certification of fire remedial works across Bield and our partners domestic housing and commercial buildings. The appointed Contractor(s) will deliver compliant, high鈥憅uality fire safety interventions that address identified risks, support statutory obligations, and ensure buildings meet Scottish fire safety requirements.
Works may arise from Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), Type 1 to 4 surveys, post鈥慽ncident investigations, planned compliance programmes, or reactive safety concerns. Delivery must be sensitive to occupied environments and aligned with the users fire safety strategy.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: 拢1,000,000
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
60
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
60 months.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
II.2) Description
II.2.1) Title
Commercial Heating
Lot No
6
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 42160000 - Boiler installations
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Commercial Heating Investment Works refers to the planned replacement, upgrade, installation, optimisation, and lifecycle support of commercial scale heating systems within buildings. These works ensure safe, efficient, low鈥慶arbon, and compliant heating provision in line with Scottish Government decarbonisation targets, statutory regulations, and client鈥憇pecific technical standards.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: 拢3,000,000
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
60
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
60 months.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
II.2) Description
II.2.1) Title
Innovation and Connectivity
Lot No
7
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 72222300 - Information technology services
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
This Lot covers the design, provision, deployment, integration, optimisation, and ongoing support of innovation driven digital solutions and connectivity services across Bield鈥檚 and our Partners assets, operations, and infrastructure. The appointed Contractor(s) will deliver modern, secure, scalable technologies that enhance digital capability, improve service delivery, support data鈥慸riven decision鈥憁aking, and strengthen connectivity for staff, residents, and stakeholders.
Works may include digital transformation initiatives, smart building technologies, IoT deployments, network upgrades, cloud鈥慴ased solutions, cyber鈥憇ecure connectivity, and innovation pilots aligned with Scottish Government digital strategies.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT: 拢2,000,000
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
60
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
60 months.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section III. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions
Please refer to SPD and Invitation to Participate Document.
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.2) Conditions related to the contract
III.2.2) Contract performance conditions
These will be determined on an individual project or contract basis.
III.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract
Section IV. Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement
Framework agreement with several operators
Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement: 100
In the case of framework agreements, provide justification for any duration exceeding 4 years:
Initial DPS Term is 60 months, with a further 60 months term.
IV.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
12 August 2026
Local time
5:00pm
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 3 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
17 August 2026
Local time
9:00am
Place
Edinburgh
Information about authorised persons and opening procedure
Bield Evaluation Panel.
Section VI. Complementary information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: Yes
Estimated timing for further notices to be published: July 2031.
VI.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
VI.3) Additional information
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at
The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at
Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.
The Contracting Authority does not intend to include a sub-contract clause as part of community benefits (as per Section 25 of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014) in this contract for the following reason:
Not required.
Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see:
A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows:
This will be determined on an individual project and contract basis.
(SC Ref:837221)
Download the ESPD document here:
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
Edinburgh Sheriff Court
Sheriff Clerks Office, 27 Chambers Street
Edinburgh
EH1 1LB
edinburgh [at] scotcourts.gov.uk
Telephone
+44 01312252525
Country
United Kingdom
Internet address
VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
Royal Chartered Institute of Surveyors
9 Manor Place
Edinburgh
EH3 7DH
regulation [at] rics.org
Telephone
+44 01312257078
Country
United Kingdom
Internet address
VI.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures
Please see ITP
VI.4.4) Service from which information about the review procedure may be obtained
Bield Housing and Care
79 Hopetoun Street
Edinburgh
EH7 4QF
infor [at] bield.co.uk
Telephone
+44 03000132162
Country
United Kingdom
