--- title: "Aberdeenshire Materials Testing Contract 2026-27 to 2029-30" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-14" --- # Aberdeenshire Materials Testing Contract 2026-27 to 2029-30 Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150.json) ## Summary Aberdeenshire Council has concluded the procurement process for the Aberdeenshire Materials Testing Contract for the period of 2026-2027 to 2029-2030. This contract involves testing services for Aberdeenshire Quarries, classified under the industry category "General public services" with a CPV code of 71632000. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure and has reached the award stage with Stanger Testing Services Ltd having been awarded the contract. The tender was initially published with an electronic submission method and progressed through a tender period ending 18th March 2026, followed by the award period starting on 19th March 2026. The contract is active as of 14th April 2026, valued at £3,138.65, and covers the region of UKM50. This tender presents opportunities for growth, particularly for large service providers with expertise in materials testing within the construction sector. Companies interested in long-term projects may find this contract appealing, given its renewable nature with a possible two-year extension, subject to performance. The focus on electronic bids indicates a streamlined and accessible process, encouraging participation from a diverse range of businesses. Enterprises looking to establish or expand their presence in Aberdeenshire's quarries industry can leverage this contract for stable business opportunities with the local authority. The contract’s assessment criteria prioritise both price and quality, offering businesses with competitive pricing strategies and high-quality standards a significant advantage in securing similar future opportunities. ## Notice Testing services for Aberdeenshire Quarries ### Lot Information Lot 1 Price and Quality assessment Renewal: Aberdeenshire Council have an optional 2-year extension subject to performance. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553844 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 14 Apr 2026 | | Contract period | 6 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £3,138 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB16 5GB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | STANGER TESTING SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71632000 - Technical testing services ## Release History - 14 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553844 - 19 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549924 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=9 19th February 2026 - Appendix 8 Supplier Participation Agreement (SPA) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=2 19th February 2026 - Appendix 1 - Award Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=3 19th February 2026 - Appendix 2 - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=4 19th February 2026 - Appendix 3 - Certificates & Declaration - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=5 19th February 2026 - Appendix 4 - Terms & Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=6 19th February 2026 - Appendix 5 Supplier Questionnaire Business Continuity - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=7 19th February 2026 - Appendix 6 Variants - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=8 19th February 2026 - Appendix 7 Contract Management Plan - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=FEB549924&idx=1 19th February 2026 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549924 Aberdeenshire Materials Testing Contract 2026-27 to 2029-30 - Testing services for Aberdeenshire Quarries - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553844 Aberdeenshire Materials Testing Contract 2026-27 to 2029-30 - Testing services for Aberdeenshire Quarries ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824150 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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