Tender

PKC13611 Modernisation of Passenger Lifts at Various Sites within Perth & Kinross

PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL

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Tender

20 Mar 2026 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

Perth & Kinross Council has issued an Invitation to Tender (ITT) titled "PKC13611 Modernisation of Passenger Lifts at Various Sites within Perth & Kinross." This project falls under the construction work industry category and targets the modernisation of existing lift installations across multiple multi-storey buildings and sheltered housing units within the region UKM77. The procurement stage is currently active in the tender phase, with submissions required by 1st May 2026. The anticipated contract period begins on 1st July 2026 and concludes on 22nd September 2027, covering 64 weeks of works and a subsequent 12-month defect period. The process follows an open procedure, offering a contract value of £850,000 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the modernisation of lift systems within the construction industry. Particularly, firms with experience in handling passenger lifts within sheltered housing units and possessing membership with the Lift and Escalator Industry Association (LEIA) will find this tender appealing. The competitive advantage lies in the high-quality demands which prioritize technical proficiency—60% weighted on quality and 40% on price. Companies able to meet rigorous financial ratios and insurance requirements, along with holding relevant certifications in quality, health and safety, and environmental management standards, are positioned well to benefit from this opportunity for growth and expansion in the regional market.

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Notice Title

PKC13611 Modernisation of Passenger Lifts at Various Sites within Perth & Kinross

Notice Description

Perth and Kinross Council is seeking to appoint a contractor to modernise existing lift installations across multiple multi-storey buildings and sheltered housing units.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Perth and Kinross Council is seeking to appoint a contractor to modernise existing lift installations across multiple multi-storey buildings and sheltered housing units. Additional information: 64 Weeks of works + 12 months defect period per site

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06707e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025837-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£850,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 22 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 5PH
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

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