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title: "ELC-26-0761"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d063"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-22"
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# ELC-26-0761

Buyer: EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d063

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## Summary

East Lothian Council is seeking qualified contractors for a Term Maintenance Contract focusing on the planned and reactive maintenance of gas, oil, and LPG systems in non-domestic properties. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with East Lothian Council acting as the contracting authority in collaboration with Scotland Excel. This contract falls under the services category and involves repair and maintenance services of central heating. The contract is set to commence around 31st December 2026 and will span three years with an option to extend by one year. The tender process is structured as a two-stage restricted procedure, with Stage 1 selection criteria outlined to ensure non-discriminatory participant reduction. Bidders wishing to compete must submit their interests by 17th August 2026, via electronic submission through the specified online platform. The procurement process aims at community benefits, aligning with several key local strategies addressing sustainability and economic growth.

For businesses specialising in repair and maintenance services, this tender offers substantial growth potential by aligning with East Lothian Council’s significant purchasing power, represented by an annual spend of approximately GBP 150 million. The contract, worth GBP 600,000, seeks experienced suppliers capable of providing comprehensive maintenance and inspection solutions across multiple locations in East Lothian, including Musselburgh, Prestonpans, and other surrounding areas. The opportunity is particularly well-suited for companies holding membership with relevant associations like the Building & Engineering Services Association and the Gas Safety Register. Additionally, firms considering participation should be prepared to demonstrate past project competencies and maintain stipulated insurance requirements to ensure compliance with the selection criteria. This procurement not only promises financial return but also enables suppliers to contribute to community-oriented initiatives, advancing corporate social responsibility goals in areas such as sustainability, school links, and local economic development.

## Notice

East Lothian Council (the Council) will be inviting bids from suitably qualified, competent, capable and experienced contractors who wish to be a successful contractor on a Term Maintenance Contract for Planned & Reactive Maintenance for Gas, Oil and LPG for Non-Domestic Properties. The Term Contract will include the Provision of Annual Inspection, Servicing, Testing, Repairs & Maintenance Contract for Non Domestic Properties for the following: -Natural Gas -Oil -LPG The Term Maintenance Contract will cover a 3-year period from date of acceptance with option to extend it once for 1 year. The Term Contract is expected to start around 31st December 2026. This tender process is a two-stage process with the first stage consisting of a selection stage based on the SPD (Single Procurement Document) where the number of tenderers will be restricted using non-discriminatory selection criteria.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

East Lothian Council (the Council) will be inviting bids from suitably qualified, competent, capable and experienced contractors who wish to be a successful contractor on a Term Maintenance Contract for Planned & Reactive Maintenance for Gas, Oil and LPG for Non-Domestic Properties. The Term Contract will include the Provision of Annual Inspection, Servicing, Testing, Repairs & Maintenance Contract for Non Domestic Properties for the following: -Natural Gas -Oil -LPG The Term Maintenance Contract will cover a 3-year period from date of acceptance with option to extend it once for 1 year. The Term Contract is expected to start around 31st December 2026. This tender process is a two-stage process with the first stage consisting of a selection stage based on the SPD (Single Procurement Document) where the number of tenderers will be restricted using non-discriminatory selection criteria. Additional information: Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of East Lothian Council in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime.

Renewal: The Term Maintenance Contract will cover a 3-year period from date of acceptance with option to extend it once for 1 year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068944-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | It is anticipated that a new procurement process will be undertaken upon expiry of the current contract term, subject to ongoing service requirements. The subsequent contract notice is expected to be published approximately 6–12 months prior to the end of the contract, in line with procurement planning and approval processes at that time. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| 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 | EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | HADDINGTON, EAST LOTHIAN |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH41 3HA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian |
| Local authority | East Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Haddington and Lammermuir |
| Westminster constituency | Lothian East |
| Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45232141 - Heating works
- 45333000 - Gas-fitting installation work
- 45333100 - Gas regulation equipment installation work
- 45333200 - Gas meter installation work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 50531100 - Repair and maintenance services of boilers
- 50531200 - Gas appliance maintenance services
- 50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations
- 50720000 - Repair and maintenance services of central heating
- 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services
- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2026 at 07:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068944-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.eastlothian.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834953
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=834953
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=834953
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00181
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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