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Tender

07 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking to procure a service provider for the annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII fleet vehicles under 3500 kg. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, following a planned stage earlier in May 2026, and is being conducted through an open procedure. The tender is valued at £88,000 and covers two geographical lots, specifically targeting service provision for vehicles based in Dumbarton and Clydebank. Interested parties should submit their tenders electronically by the deadline of 28 August 2026. The award period commences the same day, indicating a prompt decision-making process. The primary industry category for this procurement is general public services, with a focus on motor vehicle testing services in the West Dunbartonshire region (UKM81).

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses within the motor vehicle testing industry, particularly those with the capacity to service Class IV, V & VII fleet vehicles. Companies with the appropriate certification and facilities, authorised by the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), are well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, businesses that demonstrate a strong track record in vehicle maintenance and compliance with MOT standards are likely to meet the council’s selection criteria. By securing this contract, companies can expect not only financial gain but also the potential to enhance their market reputation through partnership with a local authority. As community benefits are an evaluated part of the tender, this contract also represents an opportunity for businesses committed to delivering added social and economic value in their local area.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

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

Notice Description

West Dunbartonshire Council's requires 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

West Dunbartonshire Council's Service Provision of annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet vehicles under 3500kg for Vehicles based in Dumbarton.

Renewal: two 12 month extension options at the sole discretion of the Council

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

West Dunbartonshire Council's Service Provision of annual MOT inspections and tests for Class IV, V & VII Fleet vehicles under 3500kg for Vehicles based in Clydebank.

Renewal: two 12 months extension option at the sole discretion of the Council

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=JUL559638
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

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
£88,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
3 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
renewal notice in 2 years or 3 or 4 years if extensions are taken

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE 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
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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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