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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Structural Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeen City 2026/27" was carried out by Aberdeen City Council. This procurement, classified under general public services, focuses on the area of street lighting testing within Aberdeen, under the industry category CPV 50232100. The process moved from the active tender phase initiated on 11th March 2026, with a closing date for submissions on 15th April 2026, to the award stage where Electrical Testing Ltd was contracted. The total contract amount was £68,198.70, and it was officially signed on 18th May 2026. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, ensuring transparency and competitive bidding suitable for service tenders.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in structural testing and inspection services. Particularly, companies that are UKAS accredited in testing structural lighting columns would have found this tender well-suited to their capabilities. The focus on sustainable procurement practices and electronic submissions ensures a broad reach and inclusivity, offering both SMEs and larger organisations a fair platform to compete. For businesses in the vicinity of the UKM50 region or those looking to expand into the Scottish market, participating in similar tenders could potentially boost their portfolio and market presence.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Structural Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeen City 2026/27

Notice Description

Structural Testing of lighting columns Aberdeen City

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826219
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557726
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, 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


CPV Codes

50232100 - Street-lighting maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,198 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 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
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELECTRICAL TESTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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