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Invitation to Tender for Laboratory Analysis of Landfill Samples (List I and II Parameter Sampling)

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council is seeking tenders for the "Laboratory Analysis of Landfill Samples (List I and II Parameter Sampling)" as part of an open procurement process in the services category. This tender, which has been completed as of July 2, 2021, requires the analysis of landfill samples collected from groundwater and leachate boreholes. Interested parties should note that proposals were submitted electronically by June 7, 2021, with the contract value set at £41,132.80. The procurement project is located in Aberdeen, specifically at the council's headquarters, Woodhill House, Westburn Road, AB16 5GB.

This contract offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental services and laboratory analysis, particularly those with the capability to meet stringent chemical detection limits for landfill assessments. Companies with relevant certifications, such as ISO accreditation for laboratory testing and experience in handling similar projects, would be well-suited to compete. Furthermore, a solid understanding of health and safety regulations, alongside proven track records in service delivery, will enhance their eligibility to engage in such public contracts.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Laboratory Analysis of Landfill Samples (List I and II Parameter Sampling)

Notice Description

The purpose of this Invitation to Tender is to invite tenders for the provision of the laboratory analysis of landfill samples in relation to List I and II parameter sampling in accordance with the requirements detailed in the attached tender.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council has a requirement for the provision of laboratory analysis of landfill samples in relation to List I and II parameter sampling. The samples for analysis will be from both groundwater and leachate boreholes from closed landfill sites. The sampling analysis must be able to meet the lower detection limit as stated in Tender documents attached in order to meet the licence requirements and the requirements of this ITT.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The Council shall have the sole option of extending for a further period of up to a maximum of 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000653056
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL420315
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71620000 - Analysis services

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£41,132 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
neil.shirran@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467536398

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALS ENVIRONMENTAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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