Tender

Provision of Removal & Storage Services for Domestic and Non-Domestic Properties

SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

07 May 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

South Ayrshire Council is initiating a procurement process for the "Provision of Removal & Storage Services for Domestic and Non-Domestic Properties," targeting services in the general public services category. Based in Ayr, UKM94, the council seeks to establish a multi-provider, multi-lot Framework Agreement. The open procedure involves separate lots for domestic and non-domestic accommodation furniture removal, transfer, and storage. The application window ends on 11th June 2026, and awards will commence on the same date. This opportunity is suitable for businesses with the necessary waste and SEPA licences, promising a contract period until 2030 with possible renewals after this term.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in removal and storage services. Companies with expertise and capacity in handling furniture and possessing relevant accreditations stand to gain significantly. The framework is structured to include one provider for domestic and up to three for non-domestic lots, encouraging competitive bids with the potential for broad exposure and contract utilisation across South Ayrshire. Furthermore, the inclusion of community benefits offers businesses a chance to contribute to social value through employment and training initiatives, supporting SME and social enterprise development.

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Notice Title

Provision of Removal & Storage Services for Domestic and Non-Domestic Properties

Notice Description

South Ayrshire Council (the Council) has a requirement to establish a multi-provider, multi-lot Framework Agreement for the Provision of Removal and Storage Services for Domestic and Non-Domestic Properties. The Council intends to Establish a multi-lot Framework Agreement. The requirement of this Framework Agreement is split into two (2) lots as follows: Lot 1 - Domestic Accommodation Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage (including dismantling and packing where required) - One (1) Provider Lot 2 - Non-Domestic Accommodation Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage (including dismantling and packing where required) - Up to three (3) Providers The Council shall evaluate and award each lot on an individual basis. The Council intends to appoint one (1) Provider to Lot one (1) and up to three (3) providers to Lot two (2). Tenderers can bid for one (1) or two (2) lots if they have the relevant experience and capacity to deliver the services and subject to having the necessary accreditation required. This Framework will NOT be ranked, appointment to the Framework will be made to the tenderers (per lot) achieving the highest overall evaluation scores.

Lot Information

Domestic Accommodation Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage (including dismantling and packing where required)

Domestic Accommodation Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage (including dismantling and packing where required)

Renewal: April 2030

Non-Domestic Accommodation Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage (including dismantling and packing where required)

Non-Domestic Accommodation Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage (including dismantling and packing where required)

Renewal: April 2030

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831381
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555394
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

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

70 - Real estate services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

60183000 - Hire of vans with driver

63121100 - Storage services

70333000 - Housing services

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
April 2030

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
AYR
Postcode
KA7 1DR
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM94 South Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM94 South Ayrshire

Local Authority
South Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Ayr West
Westminster Constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555394
    Provision of Removal & Storage Services for Domestic and Non-Domestic Properties - South Ayrshire Council (the Council) has a requirement to establish a multi-provider, multi-lot Framework Agreement for the Provision of Removal and Storage Services for Domestic and Non-Domestic Properties. The Council intends to Establish a multi-lot Framework Agreement. The requirement of this Framework Agreement is split into two (2) lots as follows: Lot 1 - Domestic Accommodation Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage (including dismantling and packing where required) - One (1) Provider Lot 2 - Non-Domestic Accommodation Furniture Removal, Transfer and Storage (including dismantling and packing where required) - Up to three (3) Providers The Council shall evaluate and award each lot on an individual basis. The Council intends to appoint one (1) Provider to Lot one (1) and up to three (3) providers to Lot two (2). Tenderers can bid for one (1) or two (2) lots if they have the relevant experience and capacity to deliver the services and subject to having the necessary accreditation required. This Framework will NOT be ranked, appointment to the Framework will be made to the tenderers (per lot) achieving the highest overall evaluation scores.

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