---
title: "ENGINEERING PLANT & INSPECTION SERVICES TERM CONTRACT"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000804046"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL"
published: "2025-08-19"
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# ENGINEERING PLANT & INSPECTION SERVICES TERM CONTRACT

Buyer: MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000804046

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## Summary

Midlothian Council, located in Dalkeith, is seeking proposals for the "Engineering Plant & Inspection Services Term Contract," a service-focused procurement in the Midlothian region under the industry category classified by CPV code 71630000. The project is in the tender stage, with an open procedure to attract competitive bids, and aims to inspect engineering equipment within council assets. The initial submission deadline was adjusted to 3rd September 2025, following amendments due to a brief oversight period. Tender submissions need to be completed electronically by the new date, with opening scheduled on the same day. The contract extends over a term of three years, with potential annual extensions, holding a total estimated value of £200,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering inspections and related services, particularly those that maintain relevant accreditations such as UKAS, or are members of SAFed or equivalent organisations. Given the need for electronic submissions, companies with streamlined digital processes might find this opportunity particularly advantageous. Additionally, the contract’s potential for renewal provides the chance for sustained business growth. Midlothian Council encourages community wealth-building commitments within the contract duration, aligning with broader community benefit policies, which may appeal to businesses with a focus on corporate social responsibility. Interested parties are urged to register and submit through the specified online platforms outlined by Midlothian Council’s procurement guidelines.

## Notice

Engineering Inspections

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Inspection of equipment of Midlothian Council assets

Renewal: 3 years term with two optional annual extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537284 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum |
| 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 | 19 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| 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 | MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | DALKEITH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH22 1DN |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian |
| Local authority | Midlothian |
| Electoral ward | Dalkeith |
| Westminster constituency | Midlothian |
| Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537284
- 15 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534704

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL534704&idx=1
  15th July 2025 - Engineering Inspections Overview
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534704
  ENGINEERING PLANT & INSPECTION SERVICES TERM CONTRACT - Engineering Inspections

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.midlothian.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=804046
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804046
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=804046
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/authority/noticecreate/Question602.aspx?ID=804046

## Provenance

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