This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

26 Jun 2026 at 08:07

Planning

08 May 2026 at 08:49

Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council is currently in the tender stage of its procurement process for a framework agreement aimed at the provision of vehicle recovery services, specifically targeting their fleet of over 1000 vehicles, which include light vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and heavy vehicles up to 44 tonnes. The industry category is services, particularly breakdown and recovery services for commercial vehicles, and the project is located in Fife, region UKM72. The procurement method is open procedure, and the end date for the submission of tenders is set for 30th July 2026. The contract period is scheduled for 1080 days, with the possibility of a 12-month extension. Key community benefits are included, such as community engagement and support to local groups, specifically within Fife.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle recovery services to engage with a large regional authority. With Fife Council's extensive fleet, businesses that have robust infrastructure capable of servicing light to heavy commercial vehicles could see substantial growth through participation in this framework agreement. The procurement process, being an open procedure, allows a competitive entry point for companies with proven expertise and the capacity to deliver high-quality recovery services. This could particularly benefit businesses whose strategic focus includes securing public sector contracts that contribute to community benefits, offering a chance to expand their portfolio and enhance their reputation within the industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

EF0108 Framework agreement for the provision of vehicle recovery service

Notice Description

Fife Council is seeking to establish a framework agreement for the provision of vehicle recovery services for its fleet of vehicles and plant. The fleet comprises over 1000 vehicles and plant, and includes light vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and heavy vehicles up to 44 tonnes.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Fife Council is seeking to establish a framework agreement for the provision of vehicle recovery services for its fleet of vehicles and plant. The fleet comprises over 1000 vehicles and plant, and includes light vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and heavy vehicles up to 44 tonnes.

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Up to 12 month optional extension period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069431
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060100-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50118200 - Breakdown and recovery services for commercial vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
17 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Yes, timing of further notices dependent on use of optional 12 month extension period

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIFE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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