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Open Tender for the Provision of Scientific Testing Services (including chemical analytical, bacteriological examination)

South Lanarkshire Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 14:20

Tender Notice
Planning

25 Nov 2025 at 09:30

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

South Lanarkshire Council is actively conducting an open tender process for the provision of Scientific Testing Services, including chemical analytical and bacteriological examinations. The tender, tagged for its environmental quality control services, is focused on sourcing a contractor that offers comprehensive testing services throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract, led by the Council’s Environmental Services Section, involves reactive and proactive scientific analysis on food, drinking water, and various environmental samples. The tender stage is currently active with submissions via electronic submission required by 10th April 2026 at midday. The contract is scheduled to begin on 1st June 2026, with the service priced on a test-by-test basis. This procurement exercise presents an opportunity for businesses in the environmental services industry to provide these vital services, particularly those specialising in areas like air pollution, microbiology, and water quality.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for companies providing environmental services to expand their market presence by partnering with South Lanarkshire Council, an established regional authority. Companies focusing on chemical analysis and bacteriological examination, particularly those capable of contributing to consumer protection and environmental safety, would be well-suited to compete for this opportunity. Additionally, firms with robust quality and cost-effective solutions can excel, as the award criteria heavily weigh price (80%) alongside quality (20%). Through community benefits included in the requirements, businesses can also enhance their local impact. This contract not only promises business growth but also contributes to sustainability and environmental responsibility within the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Open Tender for the Provision of Scientific Testing Services (including chemical analytical, bacteriological examination)

Notice Description

South Lanarkshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor for the provision of a comprehensive Chemical Analytical and Bacteriological Examination service throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract is being led by the Council's Environmental Services Section. Environmental Services carry out both proactive and reactive scientific analysis and bacteriological examination of a wide range of food, drinking water and certain environmental samples on behalf of the Council. The service covers a range of tests including Air Pollution, Microbiology, Contaminated Land, Consumer Protection, Food Chemical and Water Quality & Safety. These services are priced on a test-by-test basis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

South Lanarkshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor for the provision of a comprehensive Chemical Analytical and Bacteriological Examination service throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract is being led by the Council's Environmental Services Section. Environmental Services carry out both proactive and reactive scientific analysis and bacteriological examination of a wide range of food, drinking water and certain environmental samples on behalf of the Council. The service covers a range of tests including Air Pollution, Microbiology, Contaminated Land, Consumer Protection, Food Chemical and Water Quality & Safety. These services are priced on a test-by-test basis. The Terms and Conditions for this contract are South Lanarkshire Council's Standard T&C's for Services.

Renewal: Optional Extension of up to 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e7f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021818-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

90714500 - Environmental quality control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
South Lanarkshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Postcode Area
Motherwell
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Hamilton North and East
Westminster Constituency
Hamilton and Clyde Valley

Further Information

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