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13 Nov 2024 at 11:28

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16 Apr 2024 at 11:30

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27 Feb 2024 at 16:29

Summary of the contracting process

Midlothian Council has undertaken a public procurement process for the "Facilities Management" of Council Assets, classified under the industry category "Repair and maintenance of plant" (CPV code 45259000). The procurement process, initiated in early 2024 and concluded with an award in November 2024, used a selective restricted procedure. The contract, valued at £7,847,123 GBP, covers the provision of facilities management services in Midlothian (region UKM73). The awarded contract, signed on 3rd October 2024, was given to Lovat's Group Ltd. The procurement process experienced an amendment by extending the submission deadline by 24 hours due to technical issues, ensuring all bids were adequately submitted.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in facilities management services, particularly those with capabilities in maintenance and repair of plant equipment. With a significant contract value and a defined scope, companies can achieve considerable growth by securing this contract. The selective procurement method emphasises technical and commercial criteria, with the winning bid evaluated based on 60% quality and 40% cost. Suitable businesses for this opportunity are those with strong technical prowess, stable financial backgrounds verified via Experian, and a commitment to community benefits, such as supporting modern apprenticeships and other local initiatives. The 5-year contract, with potential extensions, provides prolonged project stability for the winning vendor.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Facilities Management

Notice Description

Facilities Management of Council Assets

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provide Facilities Management Services

Renewal: 5 year contract with 3 additional one year extension options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-043d41
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036697-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,847,123 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Midlothian Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DALKEITH
Postcode
EH22 1DN
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian
Delivery Location
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian

Local Authority
Midlothian
Electoral Ward
Dalkeith
Westminster Constituency
Midlothian

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Lovat's Group Ltd

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