Award

Saw Sharpening for Education

FIFE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 May 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

14 Mar 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Saw Sharpening for Education" was conducted by Fife Council, based in Glenrothes, UKM72, with the contract encompassing scheduled and ad hoc uplift and return of saws and tools from secondary schools across Fife, Scotland. The procurement, classified under general public services, was facilitated through an open procedure, indicating an inclusive approach to sourcing. This stage culminated in an award, dated 21st May 2025, for a contract valued at £105,627. The tender was initially opened for submissions until 11th April 2025, with Fife Council acting as the central purchasing body. The procurement contract has been awarded and the service is set to begin on 26th May 2025, extending until 25th May 2028, with potential renewal options.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses proficient in services related to tool maintenance and logistics, specifically in the educational sector. The requirement for both scheduled and flexible uplift/return services means that companies with robust logistical capabilities and experience in handling school contracts will find themselves well-suited for this tender. Given the scale and value of the contract, this is particularly attractive to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their footprint in public sector services, further enhanced by the provision for subcontracting, thus offering additional avenues for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Saw Sharpening for Education

Notice Description

Fife Council requires scheduled annual uplift/ return and and additional ad hoc uplift/ return, of a range of saws and tools, from secondary schools across Fife.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Fife Council requires scheduled annual uplift/ return and and additional ad hoc uplift/ return, of a range of saws and tools, from secondary schools across Fife.

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the specification however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Optional extension of up to 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000793211
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530924
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50530000 - Repair and maintenance services of machinery

50531000 - Repair and maintenance services for non-electrical machinery

50532000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£89,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
£89,200 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£105,627 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
26 May 2025 - 25 May 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
At the end of this contract period if there is still a requirement for this service further notices will be published.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIFE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GIBB & BEVERIDGE ENGINEERING AGENCIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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