Planning

Lift repairs, replacement, upgradinging and updating works

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Planning

02 Jun 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Orkney Islands Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Lift repairs, replacement, upgrading and updating works" focused on the upgrade of lifts in the Council Offices building located in Kirkwall, Orkney. This procurement is categorised under "General public services" and falls within the "works" industry category. With a planned procurement value of £86,000, the project is set to address the renewal and enhancement of two existing lifts. Relevant documents were published on 2nd June 2026, and further communication notices are expected by 19th June 2026. The geographical scope is identified by the region UKM65, encompassing Kirkwall in Orkney. The procurement process follows an accelerated methodology due to its basis as a split off of a previous notice identified as APR554430.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialised in lift repairs, and mechanical and electrical engineering services. Companies with expertise in the installation, maintenance, and modernisation of vertical transportation systems would be well-positioned to bid successfully. Potential bidders can explore the potential for long-term growth by establishing relationships with local governmental authorities by demonstrating value and reliability. With the focus on local services in Orkney, businesses that are adaptable to regional constraints and have an understanding of the local infrastructure will find this procurement advantageous. The inclusion in the planning stage suggests the availability of time for businesses to prepare and position themselves competitively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lift repairs, replacement, upgradinging and updating works

Notice Description

Repairs, renewal, upgrading and/or updating a total of 2 lifts in the Council Offices building in Kirkwall, Orkney

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is for the repairs, replacement, upgrade and/or updating of 2 existing lifts in the Council Offices building. This is a split off of notice APR554430 for accelerated procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832981
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557085
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

42416100 - Lifts

42419510 - Parts of lifts

45313100 - Lift installation work

50750000 - Lift-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£86,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
19 Jun 20262 weeks 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
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands
Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Further Information

Notice Documents

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