This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 11:46

Planning

01 Oct 2024 at 11:44

Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council is currently in the tender stage for establishing a framework agreement to provide vehicle steam cleaning and valeting services. The contract, identified as EF0092, falls under the category of cleaning services of transport equipment, with geographic coverage in the region of UKM72. This procurement opportunity includes two lots: weekly pool car valeting and steam cleaning of heavy goods vehicles suitable for the annual DVSA test. This active tender process operates through an open procedure, permitting electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The deadline for submissions is set for 5th May 2026 at 12:00 PM BST, with the contract potentially offering optional renewal for up to an additional 12 months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle cleaning services, particularly those equipped to handle both light and heavy vehicle cleaning. The requirement for a high quality of service, represented equally by quality and price criteria, suggests that businesses with a strong track record in vehicle maintenance and compliance with rigorous cleanliness standards are well-positioned to succeed. Additionally, companies with capabilities in delivering community benefits, particularly those engaged with Fife community support and engagement, will have a competitive edge. This opportunity fosters business growth by forming long-term partnerships with a regional authority like Fife Council, enhancing reputation, and potentially increasing market share in public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework agreement for the provision of a vehicle steam cleaning and valeting service

Notice Description

Fife Council require to establish a framework agreement for the provision of a vehicle steam cleaning and valeting service

Lot Information

Steam Cleaning of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVS)

Steam Cleaning of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVS) Steam cleaning to ensure vehicles are cleaned to a standard suitable for the annual DVSA test and general operational requirements.

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Optional extension period of up to 12 months

Pool Car Valeting

Weekly valeting of pool cars

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Optional extension of up to 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04a47e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029547-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90917000 - Cleaning services of transport equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
6 Jan 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
3-4 years subject to extension period being utilised

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Postcode Area
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

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