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All Weather Pitch Inspection & Maintenance

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council has awarded the contract for the "All Weather Pitch Inspection & Maintenance" service, within the industry category of General Public Services, located in North Ayrshire (region UKM93). This tender process was completed through an open procurement procedure, with the award notice published on 2nd March 2026. The contract entails cyclical inspection and maintenance of all-weather pitches mainly situated in or adjacent to school grounds, ensuring their safe usage and preserving the quality of facilities. The contract was signed with Sportex Group on 26th February 2026, valued at £123,587.00.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the maintenance services industry, especially those with experience in sports facility management. The requirement for regular inspections and maintenance provides ongoing engagement and potential for long-term collaboration with the local authority. Organisations, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, who specialise in outdoor sports facilities maintenance would be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders, benefiting from the exposure to public sector procurement processes and enhancing their portfolio in municipal services. North Ayrshire Council's initiative signifies a commitment to ensuring high-standard public facilities, thereby fostering local business growth and community engagement.

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Notice Title

All Weather Pitch Inspection & Maintenance

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council require a suitably qualified and experienced service provider to conduct all weather pitch inspection & maintenance within North Ayrshire.

Lot Information

Lot 1

North Ayrshire Council (NAC) are looking for a suitably qualified contractor to provide cyclical inspection and maintenance for all-weather pitches. NAC's all-weather pitches are mainly within or adjacent school grounds and these are used by schools during term time and by the local communities at other times throughout the year. A maintenance regime needs to be in place for these pitches, to ensure their safe use and preserve the quality of the surface and facilities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825035
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550715
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£123,587 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks 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
NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPORTEX GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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