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title: "Supply and Installation of Handrails"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000827741"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-08-04"
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# Supply and Installation of Handrails

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000827741

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## Summary

East Ayrshire Council, a regional or local authority, recently completed an open procurement process for the "Supply and Installation of Handrails" within East Ayrshire, UKM93 region. The tender focused on the works category to enhance safety and mobility through the installation of metal handrails in various properties. The procurement reached the award stage on 4th August 2026, awarding a contract valued at £220,000 to Westwire Limited, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) located in Drongan. The procurement timeline included critical deadlines for expressions of interest by 26th April 2026 and submission by 29th April 2026.

This contract presents opportunities for enterprises specializing in construction or metalwork, particularly those experienced in safety fittings for vulnerable populations like the elderly and disabled. The procurement involved an open procedure allowing competitive participation from various businesses, including SMEs and those from outside the EU, broadening market opportunities. Firms aiming to expand their portfolio in public works and those equipped for electronic bidding and invoicing would find this tender particularly fitting. The opportunity is further bolstered by potential contract renewals and a focus on community benefits, offering continuity and expanded service provision potential.

## Notice

The supply and installation of metal handrails to properties.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

East Ayrshire Council, on behalf of its service delivery organisation known as the East Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership, require appoint a contractor for the supply and installation of metal handrails to properties (both tenanted and owner occupied), designed to improve user safety and mobility for our most vulnerable service user groups (eg: elderly and disabled groups). The majority of orders will be packaged up but there may be occasions where one-off works are required.

Renewal: The contract is for a period of two years with the possibility of two separate one-year extensions at the sole discretion of the Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561601 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 3 or 4 years dependent on extension options |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £220,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WESTWIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work
- 45421140 - Installation of metal joinery except doors and windows

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561601
- 27 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552645

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552645
  Supply and Installation of Handrails - The supply and installation of metal handrails to properties.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561601
  Supply and Installation of Handrails - The supply and installation of metal handrails to properties.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827741
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

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