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Tender

06 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Falkirk Council, a regional or local authority responsible for general public services, is currently in the tender stage of procuring electricity meter operating services across its property estate. This opportunity is designated under the industry category of "services" with a specific CPV classification of 50411300, concerning electricity metering services. The open procedure procurement method is being utilised, and submissions are to be made electronically by 10th August 2026, 12:00 pm. It is located in the region of UKM76. The contract period is scheduled from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2029, providing a long-term engagement opportunity for the successful supplier.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in electricity meter operations, installation, and maintenance. Companies that specialise in providing metering assets and possess the capability of ensuring compliance across multiple sites would find this contract particularly suited to their expertise. Given its scope and duration, it offers significant business development potential, fostering growth through a sustained relationship with a local authority like Falkirk Council. Furthermore, the inclusion of community benefits enhances the contract's attractiveness, enabling businesses to contribute positively to local communities while expanding their operations in the Scottish region.

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Notice Title

Electricity Meter Operating Services for Falkirk Council's Property Estate

Notice Description

This opportunity is for the provision of electricity meter operator (MOP) services across Falkirk Council's property estate. The appointed contractor will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation, and compliance of metering assets at all Council sites.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This opportunity is for the provision of electricity meter operator (MOP) services across Falkirk Council's property estate. The appointed contractor will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation, and compliance of metering assets at all Council sites.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836537
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559509
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

50411300 - Repair and maintenance services of electricity meters

51120000 - Installation services of mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FALKIRK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FALKIRK
Postcode
FK2 9EE
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM12 Falkirk
Delivery Location
TLM76 Falkirk

Local Authority
Falkirk
Electoral Ward
Falkirk North
Westminster Constituency
Falkirk

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559509
    Electricity Meter Operating Services for Falkirk Council's Property Estate - This opportunity is for the provision of electricity meter operator (MOP) services across Falkirk Council's property estate. The appointed contractor will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation, and compliance of metering assets at all Council sites.

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