--- title: "Open Tender for the Provision of Vehicle Breakdown Recovery Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-01" --- # Open Tender for the Provision of Vehicle Breakdown Recovery Services Buyer: SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06aaa0.json) ## Summary South Lanarkshire Council, a regional authority based in Hamilton, is currently in the tendering stage for an open procedure contract titled "Open Tender for the Provision of Vehicle Breakdown Recovery Services". This contract seeks qualified providers for recovery services for the council's fleet of vehicles, which includes both light and heavy vehicles. The contract covers services within South Lanarkshire, specifically the areas of East Kilbride, Hamilton, Larkhall, Cambuslang, Rutherglen, and the Clydesdale Area. The tender is classified under the industry category of breakdown and recovery services for cars and is set to commence on 1 September 2026 and conclude on 31 August 2029, with an option to extend for a further 24 months. The process is governed by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, with key deadlines including the tender submission closing on 1 July 2026 at noon. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in vehicle breakdown and recovery services. It is particularly suited for providers who can manage a mixed fleet of both light and heavy vehicles and deliver services up to industry standards. The open procedure offers an accessible entry point for businesses with strong technical capabilities and competitive pricing structures, as the award criteria emphasize both quality (30%) and price (70%). With an estimated contract value of £387,550, this tender also includes community benefits, encouraging businesses to contribute positively to local social and economic outcomes. This could provide an excellent opportunity for local and regional businesses to expand their operations and demonstrate their commitment to community development within South Lanarkshire. ## Notice South Lanarkshire Council invites offers from suitably qualified providers for the provision of recovery services to the Council for its fleet of vehicles and plant. The Councils fleet includes both light vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and heavy vehicles in excess of 3.5 tonnes, and is managed by Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services. The contract will cover the provision of recovery services to a wide range of vehicles and mobile plant items, mainly within but, where necessary, out with the boundaries of South Lanarkshire. Work to be carried out under warranty or specialist repairs will not be included in this tender. All services delivered shall be carried out to a standard recognised as acceptable to the industry trade bodies and in full compliance with any relevant legislation and/or code of practice associated with vehicle repair, recovery or uplift. This tender will cover the following geographical areas:- 1. North (East Kilbride, Hamilton, Larkhall, Cambuslang & Rutherglen Area) 2. South (Clydesdale Area) ### Lot Information Lot 1 South Lanarkshire Council invites offers from suitably qualified providers for the provision of recovery services to the Council for its fleet of vehicles and plant. The fleet includes both light vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and heavy vehicles in excess of 3.5 tonnes, and is managed by Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services. The contract will cover the provision of recovery services to a wide range of vehicles and mobile plant items, mainly within but, where necessary, out with the boundaries of South Lanarkshire. Work to be carried out under warranty or specialist repairs will not be included in this tender. All services delivered shall be carried out to a standard recognised as acceptable to the industry trade bodies and in full compliance with any relevant legislation and/or code of practice associated with vehicle repair, recovery or uplift. This tender will cover the following geographical areas:- 1. North (East Kilbride, Hamilton, Larkhall, Cambuslang & Rutherglen Area) 2. South (Clydesdale Area) The contract is anticipated to run from commencement on 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2029 with the option to extend for up to a further 24 month period. Renewal: Option to extend for a further period of 24 months to 31 August 2031. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051514-2026 | | Notice type | Tender 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 | | Recurrence | Upon expiration of the current contract. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £387,550 | | 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 - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50118100 - Breakdown and recovery services for cars - 50118200 - Breakdown and recovery services for commercial vehicles - 50118300 - Breakdown and recovery services for buses ## Release History - 1 Jun 2026 at 14:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051514-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833348 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00410 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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