Tender

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL MEMORIAL INSPECTIONS SERVICES

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Midlothian Council has initiated a tender titled "Midlothian Council Memorial Inspections Services," aimed at providing comprehensive inspections of memorials across Midlothian cemeteries. This tender falls under the industry category of General Public Services and is focused on the services sector. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline of 5th March 2026 at 12:00 PM. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, encouraging wide participation. The successful bidder will be responsible for grading the memorials, documenting findings with photographs, and outlining any necessary rectifications and associated costs. The services are expected to be delivered in the Midlothian region, as specified in the delivery location details.

Businesses operating within the field of memorial inspection, maintenance, or similar service-oriented sectors will find this tender a significant opportunity for growth. The open procurement process allows for electronic submissions, accessible via Public Contracts Scotland, and includes an award period set to commence on 5th March 2026. This project can bolster a firm's portfolio by associating it with a notable local government contract and provides scope for showcasing expertise in comprehensive inspection services. Firms with a focus on delivering detailed assessments and offering structural reports complemented by visual evidence are well-suited for this tender. Additionally, this contract includes an option for renewal based on performance, presenting further opportunities for sustained business engagement with the Midlothian Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL MEMORIAL INSPECTIONS SERVICES

Notice Description

To provide a robust inspection of all memorials within Midlothian cemeteries, grading them and providing a detailed spreadsheet with photographs. This will also include rectification required and cost for this to be carried out.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of the invitation to tender is to provide Tenderers with details of how the Council proposes to conduct the procurement process for Memorial Inspection project

Renewal: One year renewal based on performance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822923
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548952
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services

98371111 - Cemetery maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Bukola Lowo
Contact Email
bukola.lowo@midlothian.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1312707500

Buyer Location

Locality
DALKEITH
Postcode
EH22 1DN
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian
Delivery Location
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian

Local Authority
Midlothian
Electoral Ward
Dalkeith
Westminster Constituency
Midlothian

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