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22 Jul 2026 at 07:41

Summary of the contracting process

East Lothian Council is seeking qualified contractors for a Term Maintenance Contract focusing on the planned and reactive maintenance of gas, oil, and LPG systems in non-domestic properties. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with East Lothian Council acting as the contracting authority in collaboration with Scotland Excel. This contract falls under the services category and involves repair and maintenance services of central heating. The contract is set to commence around 31st December 2026 and will span three years with an option to extend by one year. The tender process is structured as a two-stage restricted procedure, with Stage 1 selection criteria outlined to ensure non-discriminatory participant reduction. Bidders wishing to compete must submit their interests by 17th August 2026, via electronic submission through the specified online platform. The procurement process aims at community benefits, aligning with several key local strategies addressing sustainability and economic growth.

For businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services, this tender offers substantial growth potential by aligning with East Lothian Council’s significant purchasing power, represented by an annual spend of approximately GBP 150 million. The contract, worth GBP 600,000, seeks experienced suppliers capable of providing comprehensive maintenance and inspection solutions across multiple locations in East Lothian, including Musselburgh, Prestonpans, and other surrounding areas. The opportunity is particularly well-suited for companies holding membership with relevant associations like the Building & Engineering Services Association and the Gas Safety Register. Additionally, firms considering participation should be prepared to demonstrate past project competencies and maintain stipulated insurance requirements to ensure compliance with the selection criteria. This procurement not only promises financial return but also enables suppliers to contribute to community-oriented initiatives, advancing corporate social responsibility goals in areas such as sustainability, school links, and local economic development.

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Notice Title

ELC-26-0761

Notice Description

East Lothian Council (the Council) will be inviting bids from suitably qualified, competent, capable and experienced contractors who wish to be a successful contractor on a Term Maintenance Contract for Planned & Reactive Maintenance for Gas, Oil and LPG for Non-Domestic Properties. The Term Contract will include the Provision of Annual Inspection, Servicing, Testing, Repairs & Maintenance Contract for Non Domestic Properties for the following: -Natural Gas -Oil -LPG The Term Maintenance Contract will cover a 3-year period from date of acceptance with option to extend it once for 1 year. The Term Contract is expected to start around 31st December 2026. This tender process is a two-stage process with the first stage consisting of a selection stage based on the SPD (Single Procurement Document) where the number of tenderers will be restricted using non-discriminatory selection criteria.

Lot Information

Lot 1

East Lothian Council (the Council) will be inviting bids from suitably qualified, competent, capable and experienced contractors who wish to be a successful contractor on a Term Maintenance Contract for Planned & Reactive Maintenance for Gas, Oil and LPG for Non-Domestic Properties. The Term Contract will include the Provision of Annual Inspection, Servicing, Testing, Repairs & Maintenance Contract for Non Domestic Properties for the following: -Natural Gas -Oil -LPG The Term Maintenance Contract will cover a 3-year period from date of acceptance with option to extend it once for 1 year. The Term Contract is expected to start around 31st December 2026. This tender process is a two-stage process with the first stage consisting of a selection stage based on the SPD (Single Procurement Document) where the number of tenderers will be restricted using non-discriminatory selection criteria. Additional information: Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of East Lothian Council in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime.

Renewal: The Term Maintenance Contract will cover a 3-year period from date of acceptance with option to extend it once for 1 year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d063
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068944-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45232141 - Heating works

45333000 - Gas-fitting installation work

45333100 - Gas regulation equipment installation work

45333200 - Gas meter installation work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50531100 - Repair and maintenance services of boilers

50531200 - Gas appliance maintenance services

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
It is anticipated that a new procurement process will be undertaken upon expiry of the current contract term, subject to ongoing service requirements. The subsequent contract notice is expected to be published approximately 6–12 months prior to the end of the contract, in line with procurement planning and approval processes at that time.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN
Postcode
EH41 3HA
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian
Delivery Location
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian

Local Authority
East Lothian
Electoral Ward
Haddington and Lammermuir
Westminster Constituency
Lothian East

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