Framework for Light & Heavy Vehicle Repairs (Mechanical and Electrical) including Servicing and MOTs

South Lanarkshire Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

03 Dec 2025 at 00:00

Planning

02 Oct 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

South Lanarkshire Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a Framework Agreement covering light and heavy vehicle repairs, including mechanical and electrical servicing, MOTs, and plant repairs. This initiative, valued at £2,000,000, is designed to service the Council’s fleet of approximately 1,700 vehicles at various locations within the UKM95 region. The initial planning notification for this tender was issued on 2 October 2025, with future updates expected on 1 December 2025. Interested bidders have the opportunity to engage with the Council during pre-tender sessions scheduled for 7 October 2025 and 13 November 2025, which aim to provide further insights into the contract requirements and expectations.

This framework provides a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in vehicle repair and maintenance services. Companies specialising in mechanical and electrical repairs, MOT servicing for both light and heavy vehicles, and plant servicing are particularly well-suited to compete for this tender. Engaging in this public procurement contract can facilitate business growth through a long-term partnership with a leading regional authority. The open framework approach, aligning with Regulation 34 of The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, ensures a transparent and competitive process, opening avenues for businesses already registered or planning to register on Public Contracts Scotland and PCS-T systems for future tender participation.

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Notice Title

Framework for Light & Heavy Vehicle Repairs (Mechanical and Electrical) including Servicing and MOTs

Notice Description

These services will be delivered to the Council's Community and Enterprise Resources Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services for the purposes of servicing and repairing the Council's fleet of vehicles and plant. This will include mechanical and electrical repairs, and servicing and MOTs to the Council's fleet of approximately 1700 vehicles. All repairs shall be covered by appointed contractors where the Council does not have an in house capacity to undertake this requirement. Service Requirement To cover the range of Vehicle Repairs, Service and MOTs required under a Framework Agreement the Council is looking to appoint several service providers to accommodate the Council's vehicle fleet and plant. This will be based on the following categories of vehicle: - Cars / Car Derived Vans (to typically include all cars, small trailers, small and medium vans) - Light Goods Vehicles (LGV) up to 3,500kg - Goods Vehicles/Passenger Vehicles in excess of 3500kg - Buses - Plant, e.g. Forklifts and Lifting Plant. And covers: - - MOT - Both Heavy and Light Vehicles - Servicing - Both Heavy and Light Vehicles - Mechanical and Electrical Repair - Both Heavy and Light Vehicle - Engine Repair/Replacement - Both Heavy and Light Vehicle - Plant Repair and Servicing - e.g. Forklifts and Lifting Plant.

Lot Information

Heavy Vehicles/Minibuses (Over 3.5T)

The Framework will be procured in accordance with the procedures laid down in Regulation 34 of The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. Sub Lot 2.1: Mechanical Repair Sub Lot 2.2: Electrical Repair Sub Lot 2.3: Servicing Only

Renewal: The Council have the option to extend for up to 24 months

Plant

The Framework will be procured in accordance with the procedures laid down in Regulation 34 of The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. Sub Lot 3.1: Mechanical Repair Sub Lot 3.2: Electrical Repair Sub Lot 3.3: Servicing Only

Renewal: The Council have the option to extend for up to 24 months

Light Vehicles/Minibuses (up to 3.5T)

The Framework will be procured in accordance with the procedures laid down in Regulation 34 of The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. Sub Lot 1.1: Mechanical Repair Sub Lot 1.2: Electrical Repair Sub Lot 1.3: Servicing & MOT

Renewal: The Council have the option to extend for up to 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000808506
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544859
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

50116000 - Maintenance and repair services related to specific parts of vehicles

50116200 - Repair and maintenance services of vehicle brakes and brake parts

50116300 - Repair and maintenance services of vehicle gearboxes

50116400 - Repair and maintenance services of vehicle transmissions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Renewal of the Framework will commence prior to the conclusion of this Framework. If the Council do not take up the extension option, renewal will commence 2027. If the extension option is exercised, renewal will commence 2029.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
South Lanarkshire Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Postcode Area
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM95 South Lanarkshire

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Hamilton North and East
Westminster Constituency
Hamilton and Clyde Valley

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT540453
    Framework for Light & Heavy Vehicle Repairs (Mechanical and Electrical) including Servicing and MOTs - The service will be delivered to the Council's Community and Enterprise Resources Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services for the purposes of servicing and repairing the Council's fleet of vehicles and plant. This will include mechanical and electrical repairs, and servicing and MOTs to the Council's fleet of approximately 1700 vehicles. All repairs shall be covered by appointed contractors where the Council does not have an in house capacity to undertake this requirement. Service Requirement To cover the range of Vehicle Repairs, Service and MOTs required under a Framework Agreement the Council is looking to appoint several service providers to accommodate the Council's vehicle fleet and plant. This will be based on the following categories of vehicle: - - Cars / Car Derived Vans (to typically include all cars, small trailers, small and medium vans) - Light Goods Vehicles (LGV) up to 3,500kg - Goods Vehicles/Passenger Vehicles in excess of 3500kg - Buses - Plant, e.g. Forklifts and Lifting Plant. And covers: - - MOT - Both Heavy and Light Vehicles - Servicing - Both Heavy and Light Vehicles - Mechanical and Electrical Repair - Both Heavy and Light Vehicle - Engine Repair/Replacement - Both Heavy and Light Vehicle - Plant Repair and Servicing - e.g. Forklifts and Lifting Plant.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544859
    Framework for Light & Heavy Vehicle Repairs (Mechanical and Electrical) including Servicing and MOTs - These services will be delivered to the Council's Community and Enterprise Resources Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services for the purposes of servicing and repairing the Council's fleet of vehicles and plant. This will include mechanical and electrical repairs, and servicing and MOTs to the Council's fleet of approximately 1700 vehicles. All repairs shall be covered by appointed contractors where the Council does not have an in house capacity to undertake this requirement. Service Requirement To cover the range of Vehicle Repairs, Service and MOTs required under a Framework Agreement the Council is looking to appoint several service providers to accommodate the Council's vehicle fleet and plant. This will be based on the following categories of vehicle: - Cars / Car Derived Vans (to typically include all cars, small trailers, small and medium vans) - Light Goods Vehicles (LGV) up to 3,500kg - Goods Vehicles/Passenger Vehicles in excess of 3500kg - Buses - Plant, e.g. Forklifts and Lifting Plant. And covers: - - MOT - Both Heavy and Light Vehicles - Servicing - Both Heavy and Light Vehicles - Mechanical and Electrical Repair - Both Heavy and Light Vehicle - Engine Repair/Replacement - Both Heavy and Light Vehicle - Plant Repair and Servicing - e.g. Forklifts and Lifting Plant.

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