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22 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Aberdeenshire Council, involves a tender titled "19486_Banff Academy_Lift Replacement" under the industry category of works. This process is currently at the tender stage with a focus on replacing a passenger lift at Banff Academy, located in Banff, Aberdeenshire. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 19th August 2026, by 12:00 PM, and the award period commencing the same day. The process employs an open procurement method, allowing for electronic submissions. The tender's estimated value stands at £110,000, and it falls within the CPV classification 45000000, which pertains to construction services.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in lift supply and installation, particularly those certified for such operations. Companies with strong financial standings, demonstrated through an independent financial assessment, will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The opportunity benefits businesses that can operate within Aberdeenshire and comply with the stipulated procurement and performance terms, including the provision of staff qualifications. Overall, the tender is ideal for businesses capable of executing a turnkey lift replacement project within a specified 30-day period, thereby fostering potential growth through successful contract delivery.

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Notice Title

19486_Banff Academy_Lift Replacement

Notice Description

Removal of existing passenger lift. Supply and fit of new passenger lift.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Uplift and dispose of existing passenger lift. Supply and fit new passenger lift.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838170
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560724
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 20264 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
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

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