This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, located in Glasgow, recently completed a public procurement process for the replacement of a passenger lift. The tender, titled "RCS Lift Replacement", falls under the goods category and is governed by the CPV classification 42416100. This procurement followed an open procedure, ensuring transparency and accessibility for interested parties. The initial tender was active with a submission deadline of 14th November 2025, and the contract was awarded and signed by 23rd January 2026, with an allocated budget of GBP 62,000. The main procurement process is now in the award and contract stage, with recognition of Scotec Lifts as the supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the elevator and lift manufacturing sector, providing a chance to engage with a reputable educational institution in Scotland. Small to medium enterprises, like Scotec Lifts, which was awarded the contract, could find this opportunity particularly suitable due to its completion within a specified budget and timeframe. Businesses focusing on innovative and flexible lift solutions would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Moreover, participating in such procurements enables growth through enhanced credibility and potential future engagements with public entities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

RCS Lift Replacement

Notice Description

Replacement of lift at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Replacement of passenger lift at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000812803
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558250
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42416100 - Lifts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£62,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20265 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL CONSERVATOIRE OF SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 3DB
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCOTEC LIFTS

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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