--- title: "Open Tender for the Provision of Scientific Testing Services (including chemical analytical, bacteriological examination)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-11" --- # Open Tender for the Provision of Scientific Testing Services (including chemical analytical, bacteriological examination) Buyer: SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208.json) ## Summary This procurement process is initiated by South Lanarkshire Council, a regional or local authority based in Hamilton, Scotland, with the aim of procuring services for scientific testing. The tender is for the provision of chemical analytical and bacteriological examination services, which includes various tests such as air pollution, microbiology, contaminated land, consumer protection, and water quality & safety assessments. This contract, under the "General public services" and "Education" categories, is part of the tender stage, with the submission window set to close on 10th April 2026 at 12:00 pm. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions, and the estimated contract value stands at £350,000. The contract's period is slated from June 2026 to June 2030, with potential renewal options for up to 12 months. The tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses offering scientific testing services, particularly those equipped with the necessary qualifications and experience in chemical and bacteriological examinations. Companies with a UKAS accreditation are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement requires high standards of technical and professional ability in areas such as air pollution and water quality analysis. The emphasis on quality and technical qualifications alongside competitive pricing in the award criteria highlights the need for businesses to demonstrate a robust capability in meeting service requirements while delivering value. This contract could foster significant growth for enterprises in the environmental services industry, enhancing their profile through engagement with a prestigious public sector client like South Lanarkshire Council. The inclusion of community benefits further incentivises participation, providing additional avenues for positive societal impact. ## Notice South Lanarkshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor for the provision of a comprehensive Chemical Analytical and Bacteriological Examination service throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract is being led by the Council's Environmental Services Section. Environmental Services carry out both proactive and reactive scientific analysis and bacteriological examination of a wide range of food, drinking water and certain environmental samples on behalf of the Council. The service covers a range of tests including Air Pollution, Microbiology, Contaminated Land, Consumer Protection, Food Chemical and Water Quality & Safety. These services are priced on a test-by-test basis. ### Lot Information Lot 1 South Lanarkshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor for the provision of a comprehensive Chemical Analytical and Bacteriological Examination service throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract is being led by the Council's Environmental Services Section. Environmental Services carry out both proactive and reactive scientific analysis and bacteriological examination of a wide range of food, drinking water and certain environmental samples on behalf of the Council. The service covers a range of tests including Air Pollution, Microbiology, Contaminated Land, Consumer Protection, Food Chemical and Water Quality & Safety. These services are priced on a test-by-test basis. The Terms and Conditions for this contract are South Lanarkshire Council's Standard T&C's for Services. Renewal: Optional Extension of up to 12 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551475 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 | 11 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 10 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £350,000 | | 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 | 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 - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90700000 - Environmental services - 90714500 - Environmental quality control services ## Release History - 11 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551475 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551475 Open Tender for the Provision of Scientific Testing Services (including chemical analytical, bacteriological examination) - South Lanarkshire Council has a requirement for a suitably qualified contractor for the provision of a comprehensive Chemical Analytical and Bacteriological Examination service throughout South Lanarkshire. This contract is being led by the Council's Environmental Services Section. Environmental Services carry out both proactive and reactive scientific analysis and bacteriological examination of a wide range of food, drinking water and certain environmental samples on behalf of the Council. The service covers a range of tests including Air Pollution, Microbiology, Contaminated Land, Consumer Protection, Food Chemical and Water Quality & Safety. These services are priced on a test-by-test basis. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.scotscourts.gov.uk - http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/18634411019CAE87F5FA ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000825208.json.