Tender

Installation & Maintenance of Network Cabling and Related Services

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

20 May 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council is inviting tenders for the "Installation & Maintenance of Network Cabling and Related Services" across its properties, including offices, schools, libraries, and community centres, as well as the islands of Arran and Cumbrae. The tender falls under the general public services industry category and is conducted through an open procurement procedure. The contracting process is currently at the tender stage with key dates being the closing date for submissions on 17th June 2026 and the start of the anticipated contract on 1st August 2026. The total value of the contract is £160,000, and completion is expected by 31st July 2030.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in network cabling and telecommunication services, particularly those with expertise in installing and maintaining structured cabling, fibre optics, and PBX systems. With North Ayrshire Council looking for technically competent contractors, the tender provides growth prospects for small and medium-sized enterprises that can fulfil the service requirements across multiple sites. Companies that can demonstrate a strong track record, solid financial health, and the ability to manage a resilient supply chain will find this opportunity particularly appealing. The contract also encourages community benefits, enhancing local economic and employment prospects.

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Notice Title

Installation & Maintenance of Network Cabling and Related Services

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council has an on-going requirement for the Installation & Maintenance of Network Cabling & Related Service (including works to small PBX phone systems) across the full estate of Council properties (office accommodation, schools, libraries, training facilities, community centres, etc.) including the Islands of Arran & Cumbrae. The anticipated start date is 1st August 2026 with an end date of 31st July 2030.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NAC is seeking to appoint a suitable technically competent contractor to meet this requirement. The Services provided by the successful bidder will typically include (but not be limited to): - Installation and termination of Category 6a structured cabling (including any dado or mini trunking that may also be required) - Installation and termination of Optical fibre cabling - Supply and installation of comms/data cabinets and associated power (PDUs) - Supply / maintenance / decommissioning of small SiP enabled PBX telephone systems - Additions, moves, changes to small phone systems - Undertake site surveys for cabling / telephony requirements - Installation of Wireless Access Points (APs)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000494140
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556243
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 years
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 AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556243
    Installation & Maintenance of Network Cabling and Related Services - North Ayrshire Council has an on-going requirement for the Installation & Maintenance of Network Cabling & Related Service (including works to small PBX phone systems) across the full estate of Council properties (office accommodation, schools, libraries, training facilities, community centres, etc.) including the Islands of Arran & Cumbrae. The anticipated start date is 1st August 2026 with an end date of 31st July 2030.

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