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Tender

03 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Fife Council has issued a tender under an open procedure for the purchase of a tracked aerial platform and trailer, with procurement handling led by Juliet Hall. The procurement falls under the general public services category, specifically targeting goods within the region of UKM72. The tender period commenced on 3rd August 2026 and will close on the 24th August 2026 at 12:00 GMT, by which time all electronic submissions must be completed via the Public Contracts Scotland portal. The award process is set to begin soon after the closing of the tender on the 24th August 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacturing or supply of aerial lifting equipment. The open procurement method provides a level playing field for a variety of suppliers, particularly those experienced with public sector contracts and capable of adhering to Scottish procurement regulations. SMEs with a proven track record in delivering to local authorities or similar entities may find this tender particularly beneficial for growth, given the potential for additional purchases under the contract's options. The regional focus aligns well for businesses located within or near the UKM72 region, although electronic submission policies allow for wider participation.

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Notice Title

EF0114 Purchase of a tracked aerial platform and trailer

Notice Description

Fife Council require to purchase a tracked aerial platform and trailer

Lot Information

Lot 1

Fife Council require to purchase a tracked aerial platform and trailer

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839054
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561444
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34142100 - Elevator-platforms trucks

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 20263 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
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 5LT
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

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