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Summary of the contracting process

South Lanarkshire Council has concluded an award under its Community and Enterprise Resources, focussing on routine maintenance, parts, and repairs for Karcher Precinct Sweepers. This public procurement process falls under the category of General Public Services and is located in the UKM95 region. The process reached the award stage on 30th July 2026, with the contract, signed on 29th June 2026, set under the framework extended to 30th September 2026. The procurement was conducted via a direct award process without prior competition due to the technical compatibility and requirement of original equipment manufacturer parts specific to Karcher UK Ltd.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in maintenance services, particularly those with expertise in handling original equipment manufacturer parts and machinery. Although the direct award route limits competition in this instance, businesses involved in developing compatible parts or offering innovative integrated solutions might eventually position themselves as viable alternatives in future tenders. The contract, valued at £1,149,194.52, illustrates that substantial financial growth prospects exist in public service maintenance contracts, especially for large-scale operations capable of fulfilling stringent technical requirements and maintaining indispensable vehicle fleets.

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Notice Title

Direct Award for The Routine Maintenance including Parts and Repairs of Karcher Precinct Sweepers

Notice Description

South Lanarkshire Council's Community and Enterprise Resources, Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services have a requirement to implement a routine maintenance including repairs contract on behalf of Facilities, Waste and Grounds Services, following the purchase of 11 Karcher MC250 precinct sweepers. This contract has been awarded vis Direct Award from the Scotland Excel Supply and Delivery of Heavy Vehicles Framework 03-21. The framework covers the period 01 January 2022 to 31 December 2023 with the option to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. The Framework has been further extended under regulation 72 to 30 September 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

South Lanarkshire Council's Community and Enterprise Resources, Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services, have a requirement to implement a routine maintenance and repair contract on behalf of Facilities, Waste and Grounds Services. This follows the purchase of 11 Karcher MC250 precinct sweepers in March 2026, with delivery completed in June 2026. The sweepers were procured via a Direct Award to Karcher UK Ltd through the Scotland Excel Supply and Delivery of Heavy Vehicles Framework (03-21). As a result, a further Direct Award to the manufacturer, Karcher UK Ltd, is required for the servicing and repair of these vehicles due to the specialist nature of the equipment and the need for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) support. Utilising this framework will deliver best value to the Council by improving cost predictability and maximising vehicle availability. It is therefore essential to establish a comprehensive maintenance contract directly with the manufacturer. This approach will ensure access to specialist technical expertise, genuine parts, and agreed service levels, all delivered at a controlled and transparent cost.

Procurement Information

The contract has been awarded without prior publication because competition is absent for technical reasons. Following a review of the market, the authority concluded that only Karcher UK Ltd can meet the requirement due to the need for compatibility and integration with existing equipment with original equipment manufacturer parts (OEM). No reasonable alternative or substitute solution is available, and changing supplier would result in significant technical risks, operational disruption, and disproportionate costs. The authority is satisfied that the conditions for a direct award are met and that the award is lawful under the Regulations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835874
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561210
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,149,194 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KARCHER

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561210
    Direct Award for The Routine Maintenance including Parts and Repairs of Karcher Precinct Sweepers - South Lanarkshire Council's Community and Enterprise Resources, Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services have a requirement to implement a routine maintenance including repairs contract on behalf of Facilities, Waste and Grounds Services, following the purchase of 11 Karcher MC250 precinct sweepers. This contract has been awarded vis Direct Award from the Scotland Excel Supply and Delivery of Heavy Vehicles Framework 03-21. The framework covers the period 01 January 2022 to 31 December 2023 with the option to extend for 2 x 12 month periods. The Framework has been further extended under regulation 72 to 30 September 2026.

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