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Maintenance of CDT & Science Equipment

Midlothian Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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29 Jan 2026 at 09:55

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30 Oct 2025 at 16:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process undertaken by Midlothian Council, in collaboration with West Lothian Council, has reached the award and contract stage for the maintenance of CDT & Science Equipment, focusing on repair and maintenance services within schools. The awarded contract, valued at £198,207.50, has been granted to Active Energy Solutions Ltd. This procurement falls under the services category with CPV classification 50000000, targeting educational facilities across the UKM73 region. Originally initiated as an open tender, this process was completed, with the contract being signed on 27 January 2026.

This procurement presents substantial business growth opportunities for entities specializing in technical and maintenance services within the educational sector. Companies with expertise in maintaining electrical machinery and precision equipment, especially those equipped with CPD certificates and recognised industry qualifications, are well-suited to engage in such projects. The contract's requirements underline the importance of delivering comprehensive technical support, emergency repair services, and adherence to health and safety standards, offering potential for businesses to showcase their capabilities and secure a stable revenue stream through educational service contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance of CDT & Science Equipment

Notice Description

The collaboration comprising Midlothian and West Lothian Councils seek the provision of a comprehensive technical support and maintenance service for equipment located in Schools Craft, Design and Technology Workshops, Science Laboratories and Art Departments. The service shall include an annual inspection, maintenance, servicing and emergency repairs to equipment in each school detailed in the tender pack.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The collaboration comprising Midlothian and West Lothian Councils seeks the provision of a comprehensive technical support and maintenance service for equipment located in Schools Craft, Design and Technology Workshops, Science Laboratories and Art Departments. The Service shall include an annual inspection, maintenance, servicing and emergency repairs to equipment in each school. The Service shall include: a) An annual visit b) Equipment repair, mechanical and electrical maintenance, and servicing in accordance with supplier and industry guidelines and relevant legislation c) Emergency call out service d) Technical advice and support, based on an understanding of the relevant Health & Safety legislation and industry practice e) Specialist advice on the options for repairing or replacing school equipment, taking into account the most cost effective and best value requirements of collaborative members f) Full and timely technical advice and support in the event of an accident or near miss or dangerous occurrence occurring in CDT or Science Departments g) Advice, where appropriate, on the implications of curriculum requirements on the safe and proper use of school equipment h) Where necessary and within the scope of the specification, the provision of such information, instruction and training as necessary to relevant staff to ensure the health, safety and welfare of staff, pupils and others i) The development of safe working practices (including assistance in the development of risk assessments) to cover all significant risks in Craft, Design and Technology, Art and Science Departments.

Renewal: 12 months + 12 months = a maximum of 24 months extension

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d768
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007852-2026
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

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50430000 - Repair and maintenance services of precision equipment

50530000 - Repair and maintenance services of machinery

50532000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£198,207 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Active Energy Solutions Ltd

Further Information

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