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24 Jul 2026 at 14:53

Summary of the contracting process

North Lanarkshire Council is currently managing a procurement process for a framework agreement under the title "Roads Materials Compliance Monitoring." The tender falls within the services category, specifically dealing with road-inspection services (CPV: 71631480). The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, which enables maximum competition and transparency. This process, initiated in July 2026, is active, and key dates include the tender end date on 28th August 2026, with an expected contract commencement shortly thereafter. The contract will cover North Lanarkshire, with specific operational activities including monitoring and testing as detailed in the lot descriptions. The required compliance ensures adherence to high standards and involves substantial quality and environmental management protocols. Community benefits are integrated within this requirement to support local socio-economic objectives.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in road construction compliance, materials testing, and quality assurance services. Small to medium enterprises with UKAS-accredited certifications in quality and environmental management systems (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, respectively) would be ideally positioned to compete, particularly those that can demonstrate a strong record in performance adherence and community engagement. The framework's two-year initial period, with optional extensions, offers a stable future workload and the potential for long-term growth, fostering partnerships with a regional authority committed to public service excellence. Companies equipped to deliver services electronically will benefit from North Lanarkshire Council's modern logistical and procurement methods, ensuring efficient contract management and execution.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Roads Materials Compliance Monitoring

Notice Description

North Lanarkshire intends to establish a single supplier framework agreement for the provision of road works compliance monitoring (material testing).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Services include recording contractors road laying and compaction activities on North Lanarkshire Council roadworks, together with compliance testing of materials to ensure adherence to required standards and specifications.

Renewal: The framework will consist of an initial 2 years with 2 x 1 year optional extension periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d398
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070440-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71631480 - Road-inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MOTHERWELL
Postcode
ML1 1AB
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM34 North Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM84 North Lanarkshire

Local Authority
North Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Motherwell South East and Ravenscraig
Westminster Constituency
Motherwell, Wishaw and Carluke

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