Tender

Aberdeenshire Materials Testing Contract 2026-27 to 2029-30

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Aberdeenshire Materials Testing Contract for the years 2026-2030 invites bids from interested parties through Aberdeenshire Council, located in Aberdeen. This active procurement process, initiated by Aberdeenshire Council—a regional authority focused on general public services—for testing services related to Aberdeenshire Quarries, falls under the services category. The procurement follows an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions with a deadline for tender submissions on 18th March 2026 at noon. Bids will be opened on 19th March 2026, aligning with the contract commencement on 6th April 2026. The contract, spanning until 31st March 2030, offers an optional two-year extension contingent on performance.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in materials testing and related technical services, especially those adept in adhering to quality and pricing assessments. Companies with expertise in quarry testing and certification, capable of maintaining business continuity, are particularly well-suited to compete. Participation could enable companies to expand their footprint within the public sector and enhance their portfolio through engagement with Aberdeenshire Council. Successful bidders may consider leveraging their capabilities against the background of scheduled performance reviews and optional contract extensions for sustained business growth.

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Notice Title

Aberdeenshire Materials Testing Contract 2026-27 to 2029-30

Notice Description

Testing services for Aberdeenshire Quarries

Lot Information

Lot 1

Price and Quality assessment

Renewal: Aberdeenshire Council have an optional 2-year extension subject to performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549924
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71632000 - Technical testing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Shabir Aslam
Contact Email
shabir.aslam@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467539600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

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