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ENGINEERING PLANT & INSPECTION SERVICES TERM CONTRACT

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Midlothian Council, located in Dalkeith, is seeking proposals for the "Engineering Plant & Inspection Services Term Contract," a service-focused procurement in the Midlothian region under the industry category classified by CPV code 71630000. The project is in the tender stage, with an open procedure to attract competitive bids, and aims to inspect engineering equipment within council assets. The initial submission deadline was adjusted to 3rd September 2025, following amendments due to a brief oversight period. Tender submissions need to be completed electronically by the new date, with opening scheduled on the same day. The contract extends over a term of three years, with potential annual extensions, holding a total estimated value of £200,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering inspections and related services, particularly those that maintain relevant accreditations such as UKAS, or are members of SAFed or equivalent organisations. Given the need for electronic submissions, companies with streamlined digital processes might find this opportunity particularly advantageous. Additionally, the contract’s potential for renewal provides the chance for sustained business growth. Midlothian Council encourages community wealth-building commitments within the contract duration, aligning with broader community benefit policies, which may appeal to businesses with a focus on corporate social responsibility. Interested parties are urged to register and submit through the specified online platforms outlined by Midlothian Council’s procurement guidelines.

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Notice Title

ENGINEERING PLANT & INSPECTION SERVICES TERM CONTRACT

Notice Description

Engineering Inspections

Lot Information

Lot 1

Inspection of equipment of Midlothian Council assets

Renewal: 3 years term with two optional annual extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804046
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537284
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 2025Expired
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
MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Steven Carvel
Contact Email
steven.carvel@midlothian.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1312707500

Buyer Location

Locality
DALKEITH
Postcode
EH22 1DN
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
Midlothian
Electoral Ward
Dalkeith
Westminster Constituency
Midlothian

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