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16 Jun 2026 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

Inverclyde Council is undertaking a public procurement process for the "Provision of Road Lighting and Traffic Sign Lighting" within the region of Inverclyde. This service-oriented contract, identified under CPV code 50232100, involves maintaining road and traffic sign lighting and is valued at £1,220,000 GBP. The procurement method is an open procedure, and electronic submissions are handled via Public Contracts Scotland's portal. Recently, the deadline for submissions has been extended to 17th July 2026, with the bid opening occurring on the same day. The award period will commence shortly thereafter. The project allows for an optional extension of up to two additional years, bringing the potential contract period to approximately 2029 or 2030 if the options are exercised. The primary contact is Daniel O'Donnell from the council's procurement office.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public lighting services to expand their portfolio and reinforce their presence in the Scottish market. Companies that meet specific economic and technical criteria, such as robust financial standing verified by Dun & Bradstreet and demonstrated experience in similar projects, are particularly well-suited to compete. The tender emphasises quality management, requiring compliance with standards such as ISO 9001 and OHSAS 45001, along with substantial insurance coverages. Successful bidders will benefit from community benefits inclusion, enhancing their corporate social responsibility reputation. This opportunity is ideal for companies that can deliver technically competent services while contributing positively to the local community through social value initiatives.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Road Lighting and Traffic Sign Lighting

Notice Description

Inverclyde Council are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified contractor to undertake Road Lighting and Traffic Sign Lighting maintenance within the boundaries of Inverclyde.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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Renewal: Option to extend annually for a further 2x12 month periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000831705
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558188
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34928500 - Street-lighting equipment

34928510 - Street-lighting columns

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45316000 - Installation work of illumination and signalling systems

50232100 - Street-lighting maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,220,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,220,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Further publication prior to expiry of contract arising from this tender, approximately in Summer 2028. If options to extend contract are taken up, then this will extend to 2029 or 2030.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Inverclyde Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GREENOCK
Postcode
PA15 1LX
Postcode Area
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde North
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

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