Tender

Framework agreement for the provision of a vehicle steam cleaning and valeting service

FIFE COUNCIL

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Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council has initiated a tender process for a framework agreement to provide vehicle steam cleaning and valeting services. The procurement falls under the 'General public services' and 'Hard FM' classifications and is located in the UKM72 region. This open procedure tender allows for electronic submissions and related documents must be submitted by 5th May 2026. The contract, aimed at enhancing service provision within Glenrothes, has a tender period concluding on the same date, with the award process commencing thereafter. The contracting process is intended to last for an initial period of 1,080 days with a possible renewal of up to 12 months.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in vehicle cleaning and maintenance, particularly those experienced in handling heavy goods vehicles and fleet management. Companies with robust quality assurance practices and competitive pricing strategies are well-positioned to participate, especially those able to comply with electronic submission requirements. The framework agreement offers potential for further business growth through additional, unspecified purchases in line with the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Community engagement benefits are also encouraged, offering a chance to enhance business reputation within the community.

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Notice Title

Framework agreement for the provision of a vehicle steam cleaning and valeting service

Notice Description

Fife Council require to establish a framework agreement for the provision of a vehicle steam cleaning and valeting service

Lot Information

Pool Car Valeting

Weekly valeting of pool cars

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Optional extension of up to 12 months

Steam Cleaning of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVS)

Steam Cleaning of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVS) Steam cleaning to ensure vehicles are cleaned to a standard suitable for the annual DVSA test and general operational requirements.

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Optional extension period of up to 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827711
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552874
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90917000 - Cleaning services of transport equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
3-4 years subject to extension period being utilised

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIFE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 5LT
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

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