Award

Access Services to fulfil Statutory Obligations

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 Nov 2025 at 00:00

Tender

30 Jul 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council is seeking a qualified contractor to provide access services to fulfil statutory obligations, focusing on non-destructive access to council-owned properties for maintenance purposes. The procurement is conducted under an open procedure, with electronic submission of bids required by the deadline on 29th August 2025, and the contract award period beginning the same day. The tender, valued at £300,000, falls under the services category within the region of UKM93, and aims to ensure that council housing meets the necessary standards for safety and functionality.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses proficient in providing controlled access services, particularly those with expertise in property maintenance and compliance with statutory requirements. Ideal candidates would possess suitable qualifications and certifications, fulfilling economic and technical criteria, such as a minimum yearly turnover of £100,000 and demonstrable experience through previous contracts. Community benefits are also part of this procurement, encouraging engagement from SMEs and third sector organisations to contribute in areas such as employment, skills development, and local community needs.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Access Services to fulfil Statutory Obligations

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor to force access to various council properties. The services required will typically include attending properties with Council officers (or representatives - Engineers, Surveyors and Contractors) and gaining access through non-destructive means.

Lot Information

Lot 1

North Ayrshire Council, as a landlord have a statutory obligation and duty of care to tenants to gain access to Council owned properties to carry out any required repair and maintenance of its properties to ensure the safety of tenants and others. This requirement is to maintain council housing to the required standards and ensure they are safe and fit for purpose. This includes maintenance of electrical systems, domestic gas boilers, smoke & heat alarms etc. Under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2014, Landlords have a duty of care to ensure that the houses they rent to tenants meet the repairing standards. North Ayrshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor to force access to various council properties. The anticipated duration will be for 3 years, with no extension periods.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000805452
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542781
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98395000 - Locksmith services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£252,382 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20251 months 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
laurakeane@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOCKFIT CONTRACTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535764
    Access Services to fulfil Statutory Obligations - North Ayrshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor to force access to various council properties. The services required will typically include attending properties with Council officers (or representatives - Engineers, Surveyors and Contractors) and gaining access through non-destructive means.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542781
    Access Services to fulfil Statutory Obligations - North Ayrshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor to force access to various council properties. The services required will typically include attending properties with Council officers (or representatives - Engineers, Surveyors and Contractors) and gaining access through non-destructive means.

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