Tender

Provision of Public Space CCTV: Cameras and Management Software

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Tender

30 Jan 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Argyll and Bute Council, titled "Provision of Public Space CCTV: Cameras and Management Software," belongs to the services category and is located in the region of Argyll and Bute, UKM63. The tender is currently in the active stage, with interested parties expected to submit their bids electronically before the tender period deadline on 2nd March 2026 at 9:00 AM. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the estimated contract value is £328,408 GBP. The aim is to upgrade the Council's public space surveillance infrastructure by installing CCTV systems that ensure continuous operational reliability through regular maintenance.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specializing in security technology and maintenance services. Firms with experience in CCTV system installation, software management, and comprehensive maintenance services are well-suited to compete for this contract. The project requires robust technical expertise in public surveillance infrastructure, making it ideal for businesses with a track record of delivering similar services. With a four-year duration and potential extensions based on performance, this contract offers stability and the prospect of forging long-term relationships with the local authority.

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Notice Title

Provision of Public Space CCTV: Cameras and Management Software

Notice Description

3.2.1 The overarching aim of this Service is to modernise and future-proof the Council's public space surveillance infrastructure through the installation of CCTV systems while ensuring ongoing operational reliability through PPM and Reactive Maintenance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a Contractor to deliver a comprehensive Public Space CCTV installation / upgrade, commissioning, training, handover and maintenance Service.

Options: Scope to include additional CCTV installation / upgrade, commissioning, training, handover and maintenance.

Renewal: The duration in months is an estimate. The Contract shall continue to run for a period of four years from the date on which the first site is accepted, with two optional extension periods of two years each, subject to budget and the Council been satisfied of the Contractor's performance. Further information is within the ITT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822171
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548436
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50610000 - Repair and maintenance services of security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£328,408 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£328,408 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Between four and six years from award

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Annabel Travers
Contact Email
annabel.travers@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1546604337

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

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