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Open Tender for the Provision of Vehicle Breakdown Recovery Services

South Lanarkshire Council

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01 Jun 2026 at 15:44

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Summary of the contracting process

South Lanarkshire Council, a regional authority based in Hamilton, is currently in the tendering stage for an open procedure contract titled "Open Tender for the Provision of Vehicle Breakdown Recovery Services". This contract seeks qualified providers for recovery services for the council's fleet of vehicles, which includes both light and heavy vehicles. The contract covers services within South Lanarkshire, specifically the areas of East Kilbride, Hamilton, Larkhall, Cambuslang, Rutherglen, and the Clydesdale Area. The tender is classified under the industry category of breakdown and recovery services for cars and is set to commence on 1 September 2026 and conclude on 31 August 2029, with an option to extend for a further 24 months. The process is governed by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, with key deadlines including the tender submission closing on 1 July 2026 at noon.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in vehicle breakdown and recovery services. It is particularly suited for providers who can manage a mixed fleet of both light and heavy vehicles and deliver services up to industry standards. The open procedure offers an accessible entry point for businesses with strong technical capabilities and competitive pricing structures, as the award criteria emphasize both quality (30%) and price (70%). With an estimated contract value of £387,550, this tender also includes community benefits, encouraging businesses to contribute positively to local social and economic outcomes. This could provide an excellent opportunity for local and regional businesses to expand their operations and demonstrate their commitment to community development within South Lanarkshire.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Open Tender for the Provision of Vehicle Breakdown Recovery Services

Notice Description

South Lanarkshire Council invites offers from suitably qualified providers for the provision of recovery services to the Council for its fleet of vehicles and plant. The Councils fleet includes both light vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and heavy vehicles in excess of 3.5 tonnes, and is managed by Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services. The contract will cover the provision of recovery services to a wide range of vehicles and mobile plant items, mainly within but, where necessary, out with the boundaries of South Lanarkshire. Work to be carried out under warranty or specialist repairs will not be included in this tender. All services delivered shall be carried out to a standard recognised as acceptable to the industry trade bodies and in full compliance with any relevant legislation and/or code of practice associated with vehicle repair, recovery or uplift. This tender will cover the following geographical areas:- 1. North (East Kilbride, Hamilton, Larkhall, Cambuslang & Rutherglen Area) 2. South (Clydesdale Area)

Lot Information

Lot 1

South Lanarkshire Council invites offers from suitably qualified providers for the provision of recovery services to the Council for its fleet of vehicles and plant. The fleet includes both light vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and heavy vehicles in excess of 3.5 tonnes, and is managed by Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services. The contract will cover the provision of recovery services to a wide range of vehicles and mobile plant items, mainly within but, where necessary, out with the boundaries of South Lanarkshire. Work to be carried out under warranty or specialist repairs will not be included in this tender. All services delivered shall be carried out to a standard recognised as acceptable to the industry trade bodies and in full compliance with any relevant legislation and/or code of practice associated with vehicle repair, recovery or uplift. This tender will cover the following geographical areas:- 1. North (East Kilbride, Hamilton, Larkhall, Cambuslang & Rutherglen Area) 2. South (Clydesdale Area) The contract is anticipated to run from commencement on 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2029 with the option to extend for up to a further 24 month period.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of 24 months to 31 August 2031.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051514-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50118100 - Breakdown and recovery services for cars

50118200 - Breakdown and recovery services for commercial vehicles

50118300 - Breakdown and recovery services for buses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£387,550 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Upon expiration of the current contract.

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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