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23 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow City Council has initiated a tender process for an "Air Quality Monitoring Maintenance Services Framework." The tender aims to secure specialised suppliers to support the city in maintaining and potentially upgrading its air quality monitoring stations. The procurement falls under the category of "General public services," with services required primarily in the Glasgow area (UKM82). Initial bids are to be submitted by 14th August 2026, with the contract set to commence in September 2026 and span two years, concluding in September 2028. An extension of up to 12 months is also available. The procurement method is an open procedure, inviting electronic submissions through the official portal, and the current stage is the tendering process.

This tender opens up opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental services and equipment, particularly those with expertise in the maintenance of air quality monitoring systems and associated technologies. Companies that provide services related to Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), as well as suppliers capable of delivering and installing air monitoring equipment, would find this contract particularly relevant. Glasgow City Council is seeking partners capable of delivering reliable maintenance while meeting community benefit requirements, making it an attractive opportunity for firms focused on sustainable growth and community engagement. With a large scope for participation, this framework agreement offers a noteworthy chance for businesses aiming to expand their presence in the public sector within Scotland.

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Notice Title

Air Quality Monitoring Maintenance Services Framework

Notice Description

The council invites tender bids from suppliers wishing to secure a place on Glasgow City Councils Air Quality Monitoring Maintenance Services framework agreement. The council requires specialist suppliers to provide services to keep the city's air quality monitoring stations operating and to supply new equipment when required. The contract is expected to run for 2 years, commencing in September 2026 and ending in September 2028. The council will have an option to extend the contract for a period of up to 12 months which will be exercised by the council serving notice on the successful bidders in accordance with the council's Terms and Conditions.

Lot Information

Service & Maintenance of Air Monitoring Instrumentation

Maintaining existing instrumentation and associated data handling hardware

Service & Maintenance of Air Conditioning Units

Maintaining Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning HVAC systems

Supply, Delivery & Installation of Air Monitoring Equipment

Providing new equipment and stations

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837480
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560811
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90731100 - Air quality management

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
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
GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560811
    Air Quality Monitoring Maintenance Services Framework - The council invites tender bids from suppliers wishing to secure a place on Glasgow City Councils Air Quality Monitoring Maintenance Services framework agreement. The council requires specialist suppliers to provide services to keep the city's air quality monitoring stations operating and to supply new equipment when required. The contract is expected to run for 2 years, commencing in September 2026 and ending in September 2028. The council will have an option to extend the contract for a period of up to 12 months which will be exercised by the council serving notice on the successful bidders in accordance with the council's Terms and Conditions.

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