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title: "Open Tender for the Provision of Scientific Testing Services (including chemical analytical, bacteriological examination)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e7f0"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-11"
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# Open Tender for the Provision of Scientific Testing Services (including chemical analytical, bacteriological examination)

Buyer: SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e7f0

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## Summary

South Lanarkshire Council is actively conducting an open tender process for the provision of Scientific Testing Services, including chemical analytical and bacteriological examinations. The tender, tagged for its environmental quality control services, is focused on sourcing a contractor that offers comprehensive testing services throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract, led by the Council’s Environmental Services Section, involves reactive and proactive scientific analysis on food, drinking water, and various environmental samples. The tender stage is currently active with submissions via electronic submission required by 10th April 2026 at midday. The contract is scheduled to begin on 1st June 2026, with the service priced on a test-by-test basis. This procurement exercise presents an opportunity for businesses in the environmental services industry to provide these vital services, particularly those specialising in areas like air pollution, microbiology, and water quality.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for companies providing environmental services to expand their market presence by partnering with South Lanarkshire Council, an established regional authority. Companies focusing on chemical analysis and bacteriological examination, particularly those capable of contributing to consumer protection and environmental safety, would be well-suited to compete for this opportunity. Additionally, firms with robust quality and cost-effective solutions can excel, as the award criteria heavily weigh price (80%) alongside quality (20%). Through community benefits included in the requirements, businesses can also enhance their local impact. This contract not only promises business growth but also contributes to sustainability and environmental responsibility within the region.

## Notice

South Lanarkshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor for the provision of a comprehensive Chemical Analytical and Bacteriological Examination service throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract is being led by the Council's Environmental Services Section. Environmental Services carry out both proactive and reactive scientific analysis and bacteriological examination of a wide range of food, drinking water and certain environmental samples on behalf of the Council. The service covers a range of tests including Air Pollution, Microbiology, Contaminated Land, Consumer Protection, Food Chemical and Water Quality & Safety. These services are priced on a test-by-test basis.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

South Lanarkshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor for the provision of a comprehensive Chemical Analytical and Bacteriological Examination service throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract is being led by the Council's Environmental Services Section. Environmental Services carry out both proactive and reactive scientific analysis and bacteriological examination of a wide range of food, drinking water and certain environmental samples on behalf of the Council. The service covers a range of tests including Air Pollution, Microbiology, Contaminated Land, Consumer Protection, Food Chemical and Water Quality & Safety. These services are priced on a test-by-test basis. The Terms and Conditions for this contract are South Lanarkshire Council's Standard T&C's for Services.

Renewal: Optional Extension of up to 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021818-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | HAMILTON |
| Post town | Motherwell |
| Postcode | ML3 0AA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | South Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | Hamilton North and East |
| Westminster constituency | Hamilton and Clyde Valley |
| Delivery location | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90700000 - Environmental services
- 90714500 - Environmental quality control services

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2026 at 14:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021818-2026
- 25 Nov 2025 at 09:30 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076706-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000816136
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00410
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html?VISITORID=fd0f38ea-11dc-44d0-9a27-8431dea47007
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/18634411019CAE87F5FA

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