Tender

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

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeen City Council, as the central purchasing body and buyer, is seeking to undertake the structural testing of street lighting apparatus in Aberdeen City for the period 2026/27. The procurement falls under the industry category of general public services, specifically services related to the maintenance and inspection of lighting columns. This tender is currently at the 'active' stage with an open procurement method, allowing submissions electronically via a specified platform until 15 April 2026. Key activities will involve non-destructive inspections on various street light columns, and the testing will be conducted in accordance with industry standards. The procurement process is targeted to serve the local community in Aberdeen, with a budget of £150,000. The contract will cover a period of 120 days once awarded, starting on 15 April 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in structural testing and inspections, especially those possessing UKAS accreditation for steel lighting columns. Companies that specialise in non-destructive testing and have experience with technical inspections according to established engineering reports stand to benefit from this contract. The project requires meticulous visual and technical inspections, making it well-suited for firms with expertise in lighting infrastructure assessment. Involvement in this procurement can bolster business growth through partnership with a local authority and contribute to community benefits as outlined by Aberdeen City Council. Engaging in government contracts such as this can enhance business profiles while fostering local development initiatives.

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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=MAR551454
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

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Apr 20262 months 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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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

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