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Tender

01 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Orkney Islands Council, a regional or local authority, is currently in the active tender stage for a public procurement process focused on lift repairs, replacement, upgrading, and updating works at their Council Offices in Kirkwall, Orkney. This procurement falls under the general public services industry category and involves works valued at GBP 86,000. The process employs an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland platform. Key dates for this tender include a submission deadline on 29 July 2026, with the awarding period beginning the same day. The aim is to address comprehensive upgrades to two lifts within the office premises within a 180-day contract term, facilitating improved functionality and safety standards.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in elevator mechanics, construction, and infrastructure development, particularly those experienced in handling substantial public sector projects. Companies with expertise in component replacement, mechanical upgrades, and compliance with safety regulations, and those capable of providing quick, efficient solutions within tight schedules, would be well-suited to compete. The use of an open procedure allows for a broad spectrum of candidates, maximising chances for participation in this public works project, and fostering business growth through potential further collaboration with public sector entities. The procurement method ensures transparency and equal opportunity for qualified firms to demonstrate their capabilities.

How relevant is this notice?

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.

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=JUL559207
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
29 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
19 Jun 2026Expired
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
ORKNEY ISLANDS 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
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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