Public and Civic Clocks

A Contract Award Notice
by THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
23.5 month (est.)
Value
£1M
Sector
INDUSTRIAL
Published
10 Dec 2025
Delivery
To 30 Nov 2027 (est.)
Deadline
n/a

Related Terms

Location

The City of Edinburgh

Geochart for 8 buyers and 2 suppliers

Description

The City of Edinburgh Council (the Council) intends to put in place a Framework Agreement and appoint multiple Contractors to provide clock winding and maintenance services for two distinct groups of clocks: Public Clocks within the City of Edinburgh (27 clocks), and City Chambers Clocks (15 clocks) In addition to the aforementioned requirements the Council may, at its discretion, utilise this Framework Agreement to provide for new / additional clocks as well as ad-hoc requirements. The Council is acting for itself and additional Councils in Scotland listed below will be able to access and call from the Framework Agreement: Angus Council; North Ayrshire Council; Falkirk Council; Scottish Borders Council; Fife Council; East Dunbartonshire Council.

Total Quantity or Scope

Objectives Ensure all clocks are fully operational, accurate, and regularly wound and maintained. Support public safety and civic functions by maintaining clock visibility and timekeeping. Provide timely repair and restoration services as needed. Enable smooth transition between departments following the organisational review in Public Safety. The Council is acting for itself and additional Councils in Scotland listed below will be able to access and call from the Framework Agreement. Angus Council North Ayrshire Council Falkirk Council Scottish Borders Council Fife Council East Dunbartonshire Council

Award Detail

1 James Ritchie & Son Clockmakers (Broxburn)
  • Reference: ct1385
  • Num offers: 2
  • Value: £1,200,000 [share]
  • Awarded to group of suppliers.
  • Contractor is an SME.
2 Cumbria Clock (Penrith)
  • Reference: ct1385
  • Num offers: 2
  • Value: £1,200,000 [share]
  • Awarded to group of suppliers.
  • Contractor is an SME.

Award Criteria

Technical 70.0
PRICE 30.0

CPV Codes

  • 50432000 - Repair and maintenance services of clocks
  • 39254100 - Clocks

Indicators

  • Award on basis of price.

Other Information

(SC Ref:818017)

Reference

  • FTS 081537-2025

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