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Purchase & Installation of Roller Brake Testers for Fleet Workshop

WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

West Lothian Council has awarded a contract for the purchase and installation of roller brake testers for their fleet workshop, focussing on general public services. The procurement process followed an open procedure, ensuring a competitive and transparent selection. Located in the Whitehill Industrial Estate, Bathgate (UKM78), the contract encompasses the delivery and phasing of three brake testing machines, including their supply, installation, and servicing over a five-year period to maintain warranty validity. The contract, valued at £180,724, was awarded on 6th January 2026, following a successful tender period closing on 1st December 2025.

This project presents substantial opportunities for businesses capable of supplying and maintaining advanced mechanical equipment. Organisations that specialise in automotive testing systems, particularly those with a robust understanding of compliance with UK and European vehicle standards, are well-suited to engage in similar future opportunities. Given the open procurement method, small and medium-sized enterprises like VL TEST SYSTEMS LTD, which secured the contract, demonstrate that SMEs with the right capabilities and competitive pricing strategies can effectively compete for public contracts. This framework prioritises resilient supply chains and consideration of community benefits, offering strategic growth prospects for businesses attentive to these aspects.

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Notice Title

Purchase & Installation of Roller Brake Testers for Fleet Workshop

Notice Description

A contract is awarded for three brake testing machines to be replaced. This contract will involve the supply and fit of the machines and the servicing for five years to ensure the warranty is not invalidated. Installation would be phased to allow there to always be an operational machine.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A contract is awarded for three brake testing machines to be replaced. This contract will involve the supply and fit of the machines and the servicing for five years to ensure the warranty is not invalidated. Installation would be phased to allow there to always be an operational machine.. Re: SPD Q3D.1, 3D.2 and 3D.3 Bidders should answer these questions on Environmental, social and labour law in relation to compliance with the regulations covering Scotland and the UK.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000816010
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548073
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

34322100 - Brake equipment

34324100 - Wheel-balancing equipment

51230000 - Installation services of testing equipment

51540000 - Installation services of special-purpose machinery and equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£167,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£180,724 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20262 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
WEST LOTHIAN 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
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 6FF
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM14 West Lothian
Delivery Location
TLM78 West Lothian

Local Authority
West Lothian
Electoral Ward
Livingston South
Westminster Constituency
Livingston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VL TEST SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543689
    Purchase & Installation of Roller Brake Testers for Fleet Workshop - The requirement is for three brake testing machines to be replaced. This contract will involve the supply and fit of the machines and the servicing for five years to ensure the warranty is not invalidated. Installation would be phased to allow there to always be an operational machine.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548073
    Purchase & Installation of Roller Brake Testers for Fleet Workshop - A contract is awarded for three brake testing machines to be replaced. This contract will involve the supply and fit of the machines and the servicing for five years to ensure the warranty is not invalidated. Installation would be phased to allow there to always be an operational machine.

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