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Mini Competition for the Structural Testing and Visual Inspection of Lighting Columns

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

South Lanarkshire Council has completed a procurement process for a contract relating to the structural testing and visual inspection of lighting columns, specifically for its Roads, Transportation, and Fleet Services. This award was given as part of the YPO Street Lighting Products and Services Framework, Lot 5 Testing Service under a restricted procedure. The procurement category is services, and the procurement method involved selective procedure with a focus on technical specifications. The tender process attracted bids from both local and foreign suppliers, indicating a competitive marketplace for such services. The final contract, worth £450,000, was signed on 12 January 2026, and it covers a four-year term with community benefits integrated throughout the contract's duration.

Businesses engaged in structural and electrical testing services, particularly SMEs, could find significant opportunities for growth through similar tenders. Given the competitive nature of this procurement, a focus on technical expertise and competitive pricing is essential for success. Additionally, participation in the procurement process of regional authorities such as South Lanarkshire Council can enhance business reputation and open pathways to further public contracts. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality structural assessments and inspections, especially those with experience in collaborating within established frameworks, will be well-suited to compete in such tenders.

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Notice Title

Mini Competition for the Structural Testing and Visual Inspection of Lighting Columns

Notice Description

The Council has an ongoing requirement for a Contract for Structural Testing and Visual Inspection of Lighting Columns for use by South Lanarkshire Council Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services. The Procurement Service identified a suitable and accessible Framework as follows: - YPO Street Lighting Products and Services Framework reference 1259 - Lot 5 Testing Service (YPO Ref: CFC0653)

Lot Information

Lot 1

A Mini Competition was be undertaken using the providers listed under Lot 5 of the YPO Street Lighting Products and Services Framework reference 1259. The YPO Street Lighting Products and Services Framework reference 1259 shall be a completely electronic system established in accordance with the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The Framework permits the Council to undertake a call off by either Mini Competition or Direct Award and based on the Council's own internal guidance. The contract will be based on the NEC 3 Term Service Short Contract April 2013 for a period of 4 years. The weighting for this mini competition was 65% Technical and 35% Commercial. YPO Unique Reference is:- CFC0653.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823194
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549465
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50232100 - Street-lighting maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 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
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Post Town
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELECTRICAL TESTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549465
    Mini Competition for the Structural Testing and Visual Inspection of Lighting Columns - The Council has an ongoing requirement for a Contract for Structural Testing and Visual Inspection of Lighting Columns for use by South Lanarkshire Council Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services. The Procurement Service identified a suitable and accessible Framework as follows: - YPO Street Lighting Products and Services Framework reference 1259 - Lot 5 Testing Service (YPO Ref: CFC0653)

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