--- title: "Lift and Plant Inspection" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SCOTTISH COURTS AND TRIBUNALS SERVICE" published: "2026-06-02" --- # Lift and Plant Inspection Buyer: SCOTTISH COURTS AND TRIBUNALS SERVICE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426.json) ## Summary The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process seeking a contractor for the "Lift and Plant Inspection" project. This involves statutory inspections, testing, and certification of plant and lift equipment in compliance with various UK regulations and British Standards, ensuring safety and minimal disruption across the SCTS estate. The procurement is set within the General Public Services industry category and will include locations throughout mainland Scotland as well as the Highlands and Islands. The process is expected to advance with a future notice date projected for 30th July 2026. The total contract value is estimated at £120,000 GBP. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in mechanical and inspection services related to lift and plant equipment. Organisations with a proven track record in compliance with Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations and similar standards will find themselves well-positioned to compete. Additionally, companies that can ensure minimal operational disruption and provide comprehensive compliance documentation may gain a competitive edge. With the SCTS being a significant public body, securing this contract could lead to further growth opportunities and establish a foothold in public sector services in Scotland. ## Notice The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) is seeking to procure a contractor to carry out statutory inspections, testing and certification of all plant and lift equipment in accordance with Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER), The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and relevant British Standards. Services must include thorough examinations, identification of defects, prioritised recommendations and timely provision of all compliance documentation. All work must be completed by a competent, qualified person and conducted safely with minimal disruption to operations throughout the SCTS estate. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) is seeking to procure a contractor to carry out statutory inspections, testing and certification of all plant and lift equipment in accordance with Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER), The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and relevant British Standards. Services must include thorough examinations, identification of defects, prioritised recommendations and timely provision of all compliance documentation. All work must be completed by a competent, qualified person and conducted safely with minimal disruption to operations throughout the SCTS estate including mainland Scotland, Highlands and Islands. A full list of court locations can be found at Find us | Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service.. This PIN is issued to inform the market and invite expressions of interest from suppliers with the capability to deliver this service. It does not constitute a call for competition or a commitment to procure. We will however notify all prospective bidders who express an interest at this stage of issue of a Contract Notice, if published. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557030 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Jul 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £120,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH COURTS AND TRIBUNALS SERVICE | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH11 3XD | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Sighthill/Gorgie | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services - 71631100 - Machinery-inspection services ## Release History - 2 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557030 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557030 Lift and Plant Inspection - The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) is seeking to procure a contractor to carry out statutory inspections, testing and certification of all plant and lift equipment in accordance with Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER), The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and relevant British Standards. Services must include thorough examinations, identification of defects, prioritised recommendations and timely provision of all compliance documentation. All work must be completed by a competent, qualified person and conducted safely with minimal disruption to operations throughout the SCTS estate. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=833426 - http://www.scotcourtstribunals.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426 ## 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-r6ebe6-0000833426. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833426.json.