Former Castlebrae High School Residential Scheme
A Tender Notice
by THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
- Source
- Find a Tender
- Type
- Contract (Works)
- Duration
- 35.5 month
- Value
- £0-£81M
- Sector
- CONSTRUCTION
- Published
- 23 Jun 2025
- Delivery
- To 07 Jul 2028 (est.)
- Deadline
- 23 Jul 2025 11:00
Concepts
Location
1 buyer
- City of Edinburgh Council Edinburgh
Description
The City of Edinburgh Council (the Council) is looking to develop a residential led scheme on the site of the former Castlebrae High School, located in the North East Locality, off Greendykes Road. The site is approximately 4.36 hectares (10.77 acres) in size. The scheme has been developed to the end of RIBA Stage 2 with a preferred design identified. This development opportunity seeks to deliver an energy efficient and sustainable development that supports the Council’s aim of achieving net zero carbon by 2030.
Total Quantity or Scope
The site is approximately 4.36 hectares (10.77 acres) in size. The scheme has been developed to the end of RIBA Stage 2 with a preferred design identified. The current ambition for the site is to deliver 307 affordable and private for sale units. 144 social and 163 private for sale. The scheme is currently at pre-planning stage 2. The successful Development Partner will have an opportunity to develop the scheme for planning to ensure they have an opportunity to feed into the detail of the development. … The Development Partner shall be engaged via a two-stage appointment: - Pre-Development Period (Professional Services Appointment) from RIBA 2 through the planning and developed tender design. - Development and Construction (Sale Agreement, Development Agreement and Construction Contract). Additional information: Please note that it is the intention of the Council to enter into a two stage appointment with the successful bidder which results from this procurement exercise. However it should be noted that the initial appointment shall be the Stage One Pre-Development Agreement, which will establish the basis upon which Stage Two would be carried out.
Renewal Options
The duration of the construction will be set by the complexity of the design and is only estimated within this contract notice.
Award Criteria
Quality | 70 |
price | 30 |
CPV Codes
- 45211360 - Urban development construction work
- 45215210 - Construction work for subsidised residential accommodation
- 70111000 - Development of residential real estate
- 45215214 - Residential homes construction work
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses
- 45211100 - Construction work for houses
- 45211300 - Houses construction work
Indicators
- This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
- Renewals are available.
- Financial restrictions apply.
- Professional qualifications are sought.
- Staff qualifications are relevant.
- Technical restrictions apply.
Other Information
** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this PQQ exercise. The Project code is 29003. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: The Council aims to maximise the social, economic and environmental benefits from its procurement (known as ‘Community Benefits’) by incorporating Community Benefit clauses within its contracts. These benefits are delivered by suppliers in addition to meeting the core requirements of the contract. Types of community benefits which the Council would like to include within this contract may include, but are not limited to: - targeted recruitment and training e.g. jobs, training, work experience, job shadowing opportunities, apprenticeships for young persons and unemployed individuals - supported employment for people with disabilities or other disadvantaged groups - promotion of job opportunities through local agencies - training for existing workforce, particularly in relation to traditional skills such as stone masonry, leadwork and slating - mentoring – suppliers offering support and guidance to local organisations and individuals - suppliers using community venues and other community services - promotion of certain supply chain subcontractors (Small to Medium Enterprises, enterprises, supported businesses, Third Sector Organisations); - the staff of suppliers undertaking volunteering within communities; - community enhancement - resources provided for community facilities (e.g. playgrounds, habitat enhancements, environmental improvements) and initiatives (e.g. energy efficiency); - outreach and education opportunities within the community to those associated with or impacted by the types of service provided e.g. promoting careers in construction and trades or care and support to local schools; - sponsorship of local organisations; - community consultation, engagement and strengthening of community relations; and - equal opportunities in terms of the supplier’s staffing and access to services. Further information on Community Benefits shall be communicated as part of Stage 2 – Tender Stage, however the successful Contractor will be expected to deliver Community Benefits as part of both the pre-development period and the construction period. (SC Ref:796469)
Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-049bcb
- FTS 034436-2025