Managing Agents Services 2026: Commercial, Rural & Forestry
Crown Estate Scotland · Public body
In brief
Crown Estate Scotland awarded property work to ESR Europe PM LTD, Bidwells and Savills (UK) Limited on 10 August 2026.
It is split into 3 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
Lots
| Lot | Trade | Value |
|---|---|---|
Commercial PropertyWhat this lot coversThis lot comprises the following commercial properties: 39-41 George Street, Edinburgh - the asset comprises a ground and basement retail unit and four floors of office suites within a B-listed building, including basement car parking and cycle storage, lifts and on-street entrance lobby with concierge facility. Property management of one retail lease, plus 5 office suites leases (1 vacant), one sub-station lease. Facilities management and management of service charges. 2 Cartsburn Street, Greenock - a new build development (2024) consisting of a Food & Beverage Drive Thru, 7 twin EV charging stations and small sub-station. Property management of three tenants and three FRI leases and associated grounds maintenance and any service charges. 23-27 Dunedin Street, Edinburgh – three industrial units used as an indoor climbing wall and gym/fitness facilities. Property management of two tenants and three FRI leases and any service charges. Stoneyetts Drive, Woodilee, Lenzie – a new purpose-built nursery opened in 2025. Property management of one FRI lease. This portfolio will encompass any additional acquisitions made during the contract period and may be adjusted to reflect any asset disposals. The service to be provided includes the full suite asset management of a diverse commercial property portfolio to maximise returns whilst minimising risk and liability. This would involve but not limited to letting advisory, oversight of buildings, communications with tenants and other stakeholders, day-to-day management of the FM providers, and appointing contractors for maintenance to ensure compliance with health & safety laws. Please refer to Schedule 1 of the Services Contract for further information Additional information: Please see ITT document and Services Contract for further details | Property and estates | — |
Rural North and Rural South ( including Montrose)What this lot coversThe Purchaser is seeking to appoint Service Providers to manage its Rural property portfolio in Scotland which has a property asset value of c. 100m GBP with an approximate rent roll of c.2.7m GBP(March 2024). The current Scottish Rural portfolio extends to approximately 35,324 ha (87,287 acres) and consists of c. 642 agreements across four estates, Fochabers and Glenlivet in Moray, Whitehill in Midlothian and Applegirth in Dumfries and Galloway. Lot 2 and therefore 4 includes an area of more recently acquired development land at Montrose (50 ha,123 acres). Lot 4 will be awarded instead of Lots 2 and 3 should it offer the Best Value solution. Additional information: Please see ITT document and Services Contract for further details | Property and estates | — |
Forestry - SouthWhat this lot coversThe management of in-hand commercial forestry across the estates is undertaken directly by the Purchaser’s staff. Additional call-off support for these activities is required through this Lot. It is not a full Management requirement. Across all estates, there is a requirement for regular liaison with tenants, community and other stakeholders, maintaining and raising the profile of The Purchaser, managing good relations with tenants and other stakeholders and contributing positively to the overall management of the Estate. The role of Service Provider will also involve regular liaison with the Purchaser’s staff and any other Rural Service Providers. Please see ITT for full details. Additional information: Please see ITT document and Services Contract for further details | Property and estates | — |
Who won
| Winner | Lot | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESR Europe PM LTD 2 bids received | Commercial Property | £396,900 | |
| Bidwells 2 bids received | Rural North and Rural South ( including Montrose) | £10,800,000 | |
| Savills (UK) Limited 1 bid received | Forestry - South | £225,000 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Contract award notice · notice 086796-2026
About the buyer
Procurements
5Awards
4Suppliers it has used most for property
- BNP Paribas Real Estate1 contract
- Bidwells1 contract
- CK Forestry Contractors Ltd.1 contract
- ESR Europe PM LTD1 contract
- Euroforest Silviculture1 contract
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From notice 086796-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 14 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.