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Service Provision of annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet

WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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01 May 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

West Dunbartonshire Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for providing annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V, and VII Fleet vehicles under 3500 kg. This initiative falls under the 'General public services' industry category, with a specific focus on service provision within the region of West Dunbartonshire, UKM81. The procurement is expected to progress with the tendering stage commencing in August 2026 and the contract starting in October 2026. The total estimated contract value is £44,000 GBP. The council is actively seeking expressions of interest from local MOT centres, highlighting the importance of local engagement for both sustainability and economic impact purposes.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in automotive services, particularly those capable of servicing fleet vehicles. Companies with established MOT test centres in or around Dumbarton and Clydebank would be in an advantageous position, especially if they possess the capacity, licensing, and capability to efficiently handle the Council's fleet requirements. By contributing to reduced vehicle travel and downtime, businesses can align themselves with the Council's sustainability goals, potentially securing either or both geographical lots. This opportunity can bolster local business profiles and expand their service contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Service Provision of annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet

Notice Description

Market research questionnaire for West Dunbartonshire Council's annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet vehicles under 3500kg.

Lot Information

Service Provision of annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet - Dumbarton

The purpose of this market research questionnaire is to gather information which will be used to engage and understand the marketplace while informing the procurement strategy for West Dunbartonshire Council's Service Provision of annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet. Specifically, we are looking to understand and gauge interest from the supply base within West Dunbartonshire test centres to inform our lotting strategy for MOTs for vehicles under 3500kg. The requirement is for the Council's annual MOTs for vehicles under 3500kg, class IV, V, & VII which is in the region of 354 depending on the vehicle replacement programme and age of the fleet. The MOTs required are based across the two depot workshops, one in Elm Road Dumbarton and one in Richmond Street, Clydebank, these depots would be best served by local MOT centres that have the capacity, capability and the relevant licensing, this would also support the Councils sustainability goals of reduced vehicle travel and downtime with a positive local economic impact. The procurement is likely to commence later this year, with anticipated tender in August with contract start date October

Service Provision of annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet - Clydebank

The purpose of this market research questionnaire is to gather information which will be used to engage and understand the marketplace while informing the procurement strategy for West Dunbartonshire Council's Service Provision of annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet. Specifically, we are looking to understand and gauge interest from the supply base within West Dunbartonshire test centres to inform our lotting strategy for MOTs for vehicles under 3500kg. The requirement is for the Council's annual MOTs for vehicles under 3500kg, class IV, V, & VII which is in the region of 354 depending on the vehicle replacement programme and age of the fleet. The MOTs required are based across the two depot workshops, one in Elm Road Dumbarton and one in Richmond Street, Clydebank, these depots would be best served by local MOT centres that have the capacity, capability and the relevant licensing, this would also support the Councils sustainability goals of reduced vehicle travel and downtime with a positive local economic impact. The procurement is likely to commence later this year, with anticipated tender in August with contract start date October

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830876
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555010
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

50111110 - Vehicle-fleet-support services

50116000 - Maintenance and repair services related to specific parts of vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Aug 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUMBARTON
Postcode
G82 1QL
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire
Delivery Location
TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond
Local Authority
West Dunbartonshire
Electoral Ward
Dumbarton
Westminster Constituency
West Dunbartonshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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