Structural Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeenshire.

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Structural Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeenshire," with the contract awarded to Electrical Testing Ltd. The procurement, which falls under the industry categories of general public services and environmental protection, was conducted using an open procedure. The total contract value is GBP 45,437, and it entails providing services across various locations within the Aberdeenshire region, classified as UKM50. Key procurement stages included tender submission by 12 May 2026 and subsequent contract signing on 2 June 2026.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in structural testing and inspection services, particularly those with experience in street lighting apparatus. Companies like Electrical Testing Ltd, which are SMEs and possess the necessary UKAS accreditation and G39 training for their staff, are well-suited for such tenders. The open procurement method broadens participation opportunities, allowing skilled entities to compete and secure contracts within public service and environmental protection sectors, thereby facilitating business expansion and regional economic contribution.

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Notice Title

Structural Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeenshire.

Notice Description

Structural Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus

Lot Information

Lot 1

Structural testing of street lighting apparatus various locations within Aberdeenshire.. Please see documents for all information

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829616
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557441
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

50232100 - Street-lighting maintenance services

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

71315410 - Inspection of ventilation system

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,437 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20263 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
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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