--- title: "Provision of Internal and External Hand / Grab Rails" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000833293" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833293" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833293.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833293.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-02" --- # Provision of Internal and External Hand / Grab Rails Buyer: NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000833293 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833293) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833293.json) ## Summary North Ayrshire Council is currently inviting tenders for the provision of internal and external hand/grab rails, to be installed in residential properties across the mainland and the Isle of Millport. The tender process is at the 'Tender' stage and utilises the open procurement method, allowing for electronic submissions. The deadline for submission of tenders is set for 2nd July 2026, with the contract award period commencing immediately on that date. The procurement falls under the general public services industry category, focusing on goods, with a contract value of £371,912. Detailed submissions are to be made through the provided Scottish public procurement website, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for safety and quality standards. This tender presents valuable business opportunities, especially suited to firms experienced in construction, property maintenance, and health and safety management. Businesses with capabilities in installing infrastructure within residential settings can capitalise on this contract, especially those familiar with working under the specific requirements for handling home adaptations for accessibility. Beyond direct sales and installations, there is potential for growth in client base in the public sector infrastructure projects, enhancing reputation through delivering quality service and compliance with UKAS accredited standards. Overall, the procurement creates avenues for engaging with sustainable and community-focused initiatives, with added incentives in supporting SMEs and delivering community benefits. ## Notice North Ayrshire Council invites tenders for the supply and installation of hand and grab rails, as required to residential properties throughout the mainland in addition to the Isle of Millport. ### Lot Information Lot 1 This procurement will follow the open tender process. Renewal: 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=JUN557036 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | TBC | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £371,912 | | Lots value | £371,912 | | 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 | NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | IRVINE | | Post town | Kilmarnock | | Postcode | KA12 8EE | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire | | Local authority | North Ayrshire | | Electoral ward | Irvine South | | Westminster constituency | Central Ayrshire | | Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services - 51 - Installation services (except software) ### Codes - 30195800 - Hanging rails or holders - 33100000 - Medical equipments - 33196000 - Medical aids - 33196200 - Devices for the disabled - 34941000 - Rails and accessories - 34946110 - Rails - 44220000 - Builders' joinery - 44316000 - Ironmongery - 44520000 - Locks, keys and hinges - 45310000 - Electrical installation work - 45330000 - Plumbing and sanitary works - 45400000 - Building completion work - 45420000 - Joinery and carpentry installation work - 45421000 - Joinery work - 45421100 - Installation of doors and windows and related components - 45421140 - Installation of metal joinery except doors and windows - 45421150 - Non-metal joinery installation work - 45421160 - Ironmongery work - 45450000 - Other building completion work - 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services - 50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations - 51410000 - Installation services of medical equipment ## Release History - 2 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557036 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557036 Provision of Internal and External Hand / Grab Rails - North Ayrshire Council invites tenders for the supply and installation of hand and grab rails, as required to residential properties throughout the mainland in addition to the Isle of Millport. ## Notice URLs - http://northayrshire.community/community-benefits-wishlist- - http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf - http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833293 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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