---
title: "PIN - Provision of Banking and Merchant Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0679e8"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-31"
---

# PIN - Provision of Banking and Merchant Services

Buyer: SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0679e8

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## Summary

South Ayrshire Council has released a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for the provision of banking and merchant services, scheduled for further communication on 27 April 2026. This procurement process is currently at the planning stage, aimed at gathering information rather than calling for competition. Located in Ayr, UK (region UKM94), the council is seeking services within the banking and investment category, specifically focusing on banking services, investment banking, and related corporate finance. The process classification follows the CELEX legal framework, indicating adherence to EU standards.

This tender offers strategic opportunities for companies specialising in financial services, particularly those with expertise in banking and merchant solutions. It provides an avenue for market entry in the regional public procurement space, catering specifically to entities capable of delivering comprehensive banking and investment services. Businesses equipped with innovative financial solutions and competitive merchant services will find this procurement an ideal platform to expand their footprint within the South Ayrshire region, leveraging local authority contracts to stimulate growth. For additional details and participation requirements, interested parties can reach the council's procurement team or access their buyer profile online.

## Notice

Prior Information Notice for the Provision of Banking and Merchant Services

### Lot Information

Banking Services

Prior Information Notice for the provision of Banking and Merchant Services for South Ayrshire Council

Merchant Services

Prior Information Notice for the Provision of Banking and Merchant Services for South Ayrshire Council

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029958-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | AYR |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA7 1DR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire |
| Local authority | South Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Ayr West |
| Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock |
| Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66100000 - Banking and investment services
- 66110000 - Banking services
- 66120000 - Investment banking services and related services
- 66122000 - Corporate finance and venture capital services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 15:28 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029958-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000828191
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=828191
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00405

## Provenance

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