This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Aug 2025 at 15:59

Tender

13 Sep 2023 at 10:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Lothian NHS Board involved a tender for "Ductwork & Fire Dampers Inspection & Maintenance." This falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of building installations. Located in various regions, including UKM73, UKM75, and UKM78, the procurement stage has progressed from tender to award. The tender, initiated through an open procedure on the PCS-Tender portal, included a submission deadline on 13th October 2023, with services valued at £725,000. The procurement aimed at ensuring compliant ductwork and fire dampers within NHS Lothian locations, reflecting a completed status in 2025 with contracts signed on 8th January 2024.

This tender represents a substantial growth opportunity for businesses experienced in providing high-quality inspection and maintenance services. Ideal candidates are those proficient in handling mechanical building installations, meeting the rigorous compliance and legislative requirements in Scotland. Opportunities are ripe for SMEs like Perfect Service Solutions Ltd and H&V Commissioning Services Ltd, who have successfully engaged in such public contracts by demonstrating strong performance in delivering quality and compliance. Businesses adept in managing complex estates and familiar with non-reactive maintenance in healthcare environments would find this tender conducive to expanding their portfolio and expertise.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Ductwork & Fire Dampers Inspection & Maintenance

Notice Description

NHS Lothian require to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake all inspections to ensure the satisfactory operation of the ductwork and fire dampers for all system types within all locations throughout NHS Lothian.

Lot Information

Ductwork Annual Inspection & Maintenance

NHS Lothian require to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake annual inspections to ensure the satisfactory operation of ductwork plus any maintenance within all locations throughout NHS Lothian. The Contractor shall ensure full compliance with all current and relevant legislation and guidance including, without limitation, all relevant SHTM/HTM/British Standards, Codes of Practice as required in Scotland, and that Services are performed by Skilled Persons.

Renewal: The contract includes the option to extend by 2 periods of 12 months.

Fire Damper Annual Inspection & Maintenance

NHS Lothian require to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake annual inspections to ensure the satisfactory operation of fire dampers within all locations throughout NHS Lothian. The Contractor shall ensure full compliance with all current and relevant legislation and guidance including, without limitation, all relevant SHTM/HTM/British Standards, Codes of Practice as required in Scotland, and that Services are performed by Skilled Persons.

Renewal: The contract includes the option to extend by 2 periods of 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03fc49
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050288-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

50712000 - Repair and maintenance services of mechanical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£725,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£625,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2025/26

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Lothian NHS Board
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 3EG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM78 West Lothian

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

H&V Commissioning Services Ltd

Perfect Service Solutions Ltd

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

Loading OCDS record...