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17 Jun 2026 at 13:58

Summary of the contracting process

Inverclyde Council is seeking a qualified contractor for the "Provision of Road Lighting and Traffic Sign Lighting" maintenance services within Inverclyde. This opportunity, classified under the CPV code 50232100 for street-lighting maintenance services, is currently in the tender update stage as of June 2026. Key dates include a final submission deadline of 17th July 2026, following an amendment due to the delay in notice publication. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, and the procurement process is governed by the legal basis CELEX 32014L0024. The contract, valued at £1,220,000, will run for a period of 720 days with the option for annual extensions for up to two additional years.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in street-lighting maintenance and related services. Businesses equipped with robust quality management systems, such as those accredited to BS EN ISO 9001, and comprehensive health and safety certifications like BS OHSAS 45001, are well-positioned to compete. Additionally, suppliers must present financial stability, reflected in their Dun & Bradstreet assessment, and must demonstrate their capability to fulfil insurance requirements and labour law compliance. Furthermore, the inclusion of community benefits underlines the potential for positive social outcomes, which can be advantageous for companies prioritising social value in their operations. Electronic submissions are facilitated through publictendersscotland, ensuring a streamlined bidding process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Road Lighting and Traffic Sign Lighting

Notice Description

Inverclyde Council are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified contractor to undertake Road Lighting and Traffic Sign Lighting maintenance within the boundaries of Inverclyde.

Lot Information

Lot 1

See above

Renewal: Option to extend annually for a further 2x12 month periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b70c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057238-2026
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34928500 - Street-lighting equipment

34928510 - Street-lighting columns

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45316000 - Installation work of illumination and signalling systems

50232100 - Street-lighting maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,220,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,220,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Further publication prior to expiry of contract arising from this tender, approximately in Summer 2028. If options to extend contract are taken up, then this will extend to 2029 or 2030.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Inverclyde Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GREENOCK
Postcode
PA15 1LX
Postcode Area
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde North
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

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