Tender

Electrical Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeen City 2026/27

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

29 May 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Electrical Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeen City 2026/27" is being conducted by Aberdeen City Council. This process is in the "tender" stage, initiated on 29 May 2026, with a submission deadline on 29 June 2026 at 12:00 PM. The contract pertains to the industry category of "Electrical Testing Services" and is located in Aberdeen (region UKM50). The procurement is classified under the main category of services and follows an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The estimated contract value is £150,000, and the process is conducted in adherence to GPA guidelines.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical testing and maintenance, particularly those with expertise in street lighting apparatus. Companies with the capability to comply with specific criteria, such as having operatives certified according to HEA 210 standards and being registered with NICEIC or SELECT, are well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses comfortable with electronic submissions and those that can operate within the legal framework specified will find this contract advantageous for expanding their portfolios in public sector projects. The contract's focus on safety and technical proficiency ensures that only well-qualified businesses can leverage this opportunity for growth.

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Notice Title

Electrical Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeen City 2026/27

Notice Description

Electrical Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeen City 2026/27

Lot Information

Lot 1

Electrical Testing of Street Lighting Apparatus in Aberdeen City

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831552
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556854
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

34928500 - Street-lighting equipment

45311100 - Electrical wiring work

50232100 - Street-lighting maintenance services

50532000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment

71314100 - Electrical services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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