This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council, a regional or local authority, recently completed an open procurement process for the "Supply and Installation of Handrails" within East Ayrshire, UKM93 region. The tender focused on the works category to enhance safety and mobility through the installation of metal handrails in various properties. The procurement reached the award stage on 4th August 2026, awarding a contract valued at £220,000 to Westwire Limited, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) located in Drongan. The procurement timeline included critical deadlines for expressions of interest by 26th April 2026 and submission by 29th April 2026.

This contract presents opportunities for enterprises specializing in construction or metalwork, particularly those experienced in safety fittings for vulnerable populations like the elderly and disabled. The procurement involved an open procedure allowing competitive participation from various businesses, including SMEs and those from outside the EU, broadening market opportunities. Firms aiming to expand their portfolio in public works and those equipped for electronic bidding and invoicing would find this tender particularly fitting. The opportunity is further bolstered by potential contract renewals and a focus on community benefits, offering continuity and expanded service provision potential.

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Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Handrails

Notice Description

The supply and installation of metal handrails to properties.

Lot Information

Lot 1

East Ayrshire Council, on behalf of its service delivery organisation known as the East Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership, require appoint a contractor for the supply and installation of metal handrails to properties (both tenanted and owner occupied), designed to improve user safety and mobility for our most vulnerable service user groups (eg: elderly and disabled groups). The majority of orders will be packaged up but there may be occasions where one-off works are required.

Renewal: The contract is for a period of two years with the possibility of two separate one-year extensions at the sole discretion of the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827741
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561601
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

45421140 - Installation of metal joinery except doors and windows

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
3 or 4 years dependent on extension options

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
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
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WESTWIRE

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