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Planning

30 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

South Lanarkshire Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "The Provision of Specialist Cleaning and Clearance Services." The contract aims to cover various services, including the removal of body fluids and tissue, property cleaning and disinfection, water supply system sterilisation, and garden clearances. Extending from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2031, with a potential 36-month extension, this service-oriented procurement falls under the general public services industry category. It is located in Hamilton, with services to be delivered in the UKM95 region. A planned notice is scheduled to be communicated on 1st September 2026, and the contract will adhere to the Open Tender method, evaluating submissions based on the most economically advantageous tender criteria.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in environmental services, industrial cleaning, and waste management. Companies with capabilities in handling and disposing of hazardous materials, as well as those experienced in providing comprehensive cleaning solutions, will find this tender particularly suitable. The Open Tender process offers a level playing field, potentially inviting both large and medium-sized enterprises to demonstrate their capacity for quality service delivery within the stipulated legal and contractual frameworks. Engaging in this procurement process allows businesses to expand their footprint within public sector projects and build robust partnerships with local authorities such as South Lanarkshire Council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Provision of Specialist Cleaning and Clearance Services

Notice Description

South Lanarkshire Council has an ongoing requirement for the Provision of Specialist Cleaning and Clearance Services. The Contract will cover a range of services as follows: - Removal of Body Fluids and Tissue - Clearing contents, cleaning and disinfecting of properties including disposal of contents - Cleaning and Disinfection of Water Supply Systems - Garden Clearances and treatment, disposal and recycle waste including Waste Upholstered Seating containing Persistent Organics Pollutants (WUDS/POPs) The contract is for the period 01 April 2027 - 31 March 2031 with the option to extend for a further period of up to 36 months.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this contract is to provide a compliant and efficient solution for the the Provision of Specialist Cleaning and Clearance Services. This contract will be awarded via the Open Tender procedure based on the most economically advantageous tender (MEAT) criteria under regulation 28 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 which enables the Council to take account of criteria that reflect qualitative technical aspects of the tender submission as well as price when reaching an awarding decision.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834562
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561215
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90513000 - Non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal services

90513100 - Household-refuse disposal services

90513500 - Treatment and disposal of foul liquids

90524200 - Clinical-waste disposal services

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

90910000 - Cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20264 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE 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
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM95 South Lanarkshire

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Hamilton North and East
Westminster Constituency
Hamilton and Clyde Valley

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561215
    The Provision of Specialist Cleaning and Clearance Services - South Lanarkshire Council has an ongoing requirement for the Provision of Specialist Cleaning and Clearance Services. The Contract will cover a range of services as follows: - Removal of Body Fluids and Tissue - Clearing contents, cleaning and disinfecting of properties including disposal of contents - Cleaning and Disinfection of Water Supply Systems - Garden Clearances and treatment, disposal and recycle waste including Waste Upholstered Seating containing Persistent Organics Pollutants (WUDS/POPs) The contract is for the period 01 April 2027 - 31 March 2031 with the option to extend for a further period of up to 36 months.

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