This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 May 2026 at 11:27

Tender

11 Feb 2026 at 16:40

Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council has initiated a public procurement process under the title "Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance Framework," classified under the industry category of "Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment" (CPV: 50100000). This procurement involves a framework agreement for services related to vehicle, plant, and equipment repairs, with a focus on maintenance services. The procurement follows an open procedure and is covered by GPA, indicating alignment with international trade agreements. Key dates for this process include the expression of interest deadline on 14 March 2026 and tender submission deadline on 17 March 2026, with services to be delivered in East Ayrshire (UKM93). The process is in the active award stage as of 2026, with multiple lots addressing various vehicle categories including light and heavy vehicles, buses, plant, and component repairs.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs with competencies in vehicle maintenance and repair services. Companies specialising in mechanical repairs for diverse vehicle types, from light vehicles to heavy-duty trucks and buses, are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The framework agreement allows businesses to provide services as needed, offering stability and the potential for long-term engagement. Additionally, the procurement process includes renewal options, enabling suppliers to extend their services beyond the initial contract period. The involvement of multiple suppliers across active lots showcases the procedural openness, providing equal chances for capable suppliers to partake and expand their market presence in East Ayrshire.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance Framework

Notice Description

The Council require a Framework Agreement with Service Providers with appropriate experience to support the Council in the delivery of vehicle/plant/equipment repair and maintenance services for the purpose of calling off services as and when required.

Lot Information

Lot 2 - Heavy Vehicles over 3.5T GVW

Mechanical repairs, inspections, maintenance which will typically include trucks, refuse collection vehicles, gully cleaning trucks, winter gritting vehicles, hooklift vehicles and rear end loader vehicles over 3.5t GVW.

Renewal: 2 further one-year extension options

Lot 3 - Buses

Mechanical repairs, inspections, maintenance of buses, this will typically include mini buses up to 17 seat capacity but may also include some larger vehicles.

Renewal: 2 further one-year extension options

Lot 4 - Plant

Mechanical repairs, inspections, maintenance of plant items, this will typically include JCB/CAT type loaders, road sweepers, tractors, ride on mowers, fork lift trucks etc.

Renewal: 2 further one-year extension options

Lot 5 - Component Repairs

Component repairs including refurbishment where appropriate, this will typically include components fitted to council vehicles such as rams, pumps, gearbox etc.

Renewal: 2 further one-year extension options

Lot 1 - Light Vehicles up to 3.5T GVW

Mechanical repairs, inspections, maintenance which will typically include cars, small trailers, small, medium and large vans and trucks up to 3.5t GVW.

Renewal: 2 further one-year extension options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064e57
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044840-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

50112000 - Repair and maintenance services of cars

50113000 - Repair and maintenance services of buses

50114000 - Repair and maintenance services of trucks

50116000 - Maintenance and repair services related to specific parts of vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2, 3 or 4 years, depending on extension options

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East Ayrshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Postcode Area
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
17
Supplier Names

Alltruck Commercial Vehicle Repairs Ltd

Bridgend Garage Ltd

Bryson Tractors Ltd

Econ Engineering Ltd

Euro Driveshafts & Hydraulics Limited

GMC Car and Commercial Repairs Ltd

HAMILTON ROSS GROUP LTD

Kerr & Smith Cumnock Ltd

Lothian Vehicle Body Builders Ltd

MOTUS GROUP (UK) LIMITED

McKinnon and Forbes

Plantexpand

Romaquip Ltd.

Scania GB Ltd

Scot JCB Ltd

Vision Techniques Ltd

WHALE TANKERS LIMITED

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