Award

CT1454 - Supply and Maintenance of Vehicle Washers

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Oct 2025 at 09:27

Tender

11 Jul 2025 at 08:43

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has completed the procurement process for contract CT1454, concerning the Supply and Maintenance of Vehicle Washers. Categorised under "High-pressure cleaning apparatus," this procurement falls under the goods industry category and was conducted through an open procedure. The contract is located within the UKM75 region and was awarded on 7th October 2025. This multi-year contract includes a basic term of three years, with optional extensions making it potentially a six-year engagement. The procurement process reached its award stage with Rhinowash Ltd being the successful bidder, securing the contract valued at £156,463.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for SMEs in the high-pressure cleaning equipment sector. Companies like Rhinowash Ltd, known for their specialisation and compliance with specific technical and safety standards, are well-positioned to benefit from such public contracts. The Council's emphasis on community benefits, including employability, skills development, and local business collaboration, can further aid companies in enhancing their social value propositions. Businesses capable of meeting the Council's requirements for quality and price while contributing to community benefits would find this tender an excellent opportunity for growth and local engagement.

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Notice Title

CT1454 - Supply and Maintenance of Vehicle Washers

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council have a requirement for the purchase of power washers, along with associated maintenance, service coverage and spare parts. This Contract is to put in place a multi-year contract. Please refer to the Tender documents for more information.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Open Procurement to put in place a 3 year contract with an optional 2 year extension, followed by the option of an additional year extension. (3+2+1).

Renewal: 3 year contract with an optional 2 year extension, followed by the option of an additional year extension. (3+2+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055d51
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065051-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

42716110 - Washing equipment

42924740 - High-pressure cleaning apparatus

50112300 - Car-washing and similar services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£156,463 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2028 if 3 year term used. 2031 if all optional extensions used.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Nick McIntosh
Contact Email
nick.mcintosh@edinburgh.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Post Town
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RHINOWASH

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