--- title: "PKC13480 - Data Collector (DC), Data Aggregator (DA) and Meter Operator (MOP)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000804147" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804147" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804147.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804147.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL" published: "2026-02-05" --- # PKC13480 - Data Collector (DC), Data Aggregator (DA) and Meter Operator (MOP) Buyer: PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000804147 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804147) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000804147.json) ## Summary Perth & Kinross Council has successfully completed a procurement process titled "PKC13480 - Data Collector (DC), Data Aggregator (DA) and Meter Operator (MOP)" within the services category, located in the UKM77 region. The process followed an open procurement method and concluded with the award of a contract signed on 4 February 2026. The contract, valued at £417,487, was awarded to Stark Software International Ltd. The initial term of the contract includes an option for extension up to four additional years. The procurement process was comprehensive, originally planned to end on 15 August 2025, before being extended to provide further clarification on terms and conditions. The selection focused on quality and price, with criteria considering financial and technical qualifications. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in data collection, aggregation, and metering services, particularly for those with experience in similar large-scale projects for local authorities. Companies with robust financial standing and solid quality management procedures, especially small to medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector, would find this opportunity aligning well with their growth strategies. The procurement's emphasis on quality assurance and environmental management standards also allows businesses committed to sustainable and high-standard operations to distinguish themselves in this competitive field. ## Notice Perth & Kinross Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced contractor to act as the Data Collector (DCDA) and Meter Operator (MOP). ### Lot Information Lot 1 Perth & Kinross Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced contractor to act as the Data Collector (DCDA) and Meter Operator (MOP). Renewal: The Council will have the option of extending the Contract, either singly or in phases, for a further period(s) of up to 4 years after the expiry of the initial term. (+1 +1 +1 +1) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548927 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 4 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | At the end of the initial term of the contract or any of the extension periods if exercised. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £460,000 | | Lots value | £460,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £417,487 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL | | Locality | PERTH | | Post town | Perth | | Postcode | PH1 5PH | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling | | Local authority | Perth and Kinross | | Electoral ward | Perth City Centre | | Westminster constituency | Perth and Kinross-shire | | Delivery location | TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | STARK SOFTWARE INTERNATIONAL | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 65 - Public utilities - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 09310000 - Electricity - 31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus - 38551000 - Energy meters - 65500000 - Meter reading service - 71314000 - Energy and related services - 71314200 - Energy-management services ## Release History - 5 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548927 - 14 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537058 - 11 Jul 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534523 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL534523 PKC13480 - Data Collector (DC), Data Aggregator (DA) and Meter Operator (MOP) - Perth & Kinross Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced contractor to act as the Data Collector (DCDA) and Meter Operator (MOP). - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548927 PKC13480 - Data Collector (DC), Data Aggregator (DA) and Meter Operator (MOP) - Perth & Kinross Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced contractor to act as the Data Collector (DCDA) and Meter Operator (MOP). ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.pkc.gov.uk - http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000804147 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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