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27 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council has initiated a procurement process titled "EF0112 Expansion of river level monitoring network" under the services category, within the UKM72 region. This tender, aimed at expanding and maintaining river level monitoring capabilities across Fife, is currently in the tender stage. An open procedure is being used, encouraging broad participation through electronic submissions. Key dates include the closing deadline for submissions on 26th August 2026 at 11:00 AM, with the award period commencing shortly thereafter. The council seeks suppliers for monitoring equipment supply, installation, and maintenance over multiple locations, including the maintenance of 14 existing sites and installation at 15 new sites.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring, technology solutions, and infrastructure maintenance. It is particularly suitable for firms with expertise in hydrological equipment or services and those familiar with public sector procurement procedures in Scotland. The criteria emphasise quality and price, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses that can ensure efficient, cost-effective solutions. Additionally, the contract allows for potential future extensions, offering long-term engagement prospects for successful suppliers, thus supporting sustained business growth. Businesses with strong capabilities in innovation and technical support may find this project aligns well with their service offerings.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

EF0112 Expansion of river level monitoring network

Notice Description

Fife Council is seeking a supplier for the supply, installation and maintenance of river level monitors across Fife. This includes the maintenance of existing water level and flow monitoring sites at 14 locations, and the installation of monitors at 15 new locations

Lot Information

Lot 1

Fife Council is seeking a supplier for the supply, installation and maintenance of river level monitors across Fife. This includes the maintenance of existing water level and flow monitoring sites at 14 locations, and the installation of monitors at 15 new locations.

Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015

Renewal: Option to extend for up to two further periods of 12 months each

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837772
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560936
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

35125100 - Sensors

45246000 - River regulation and flood control works

50324100 - System maintenance services

51210000 - Installation services of measuring equipment

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2031 if full contract term and extension periods are utilised

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
GLENROTHES
Postcode
KY7 6GH
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Glenrothes Central and Thornton
Westminster Constituency
Glenrothes and Mid Fife

Further Information

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