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title: "Heavy Engineering Maintenance Framework Agreement (for Services up to GBP 250k excluding VAT)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000836394"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD"
published: "2026-08-04"
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# Heavy Engineering Maintenance Framework Agreement (for Services up to GBP 250k excluding VAT)

Buyer: LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000836394

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## Summary

The Lothian Health Board is inviting tenders for a "Heavy Engineering Maintenance Framework Agreement" to provide services up to GBP 250,000 excluding VAT. This procurement falls under the health industry category and is primarily located in Edinburgh and the Lothians. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline of 7th September 2026. The process follows an open procedure method under the main category of services and aims to establish a framework that facilitates the provision of heavy engineering services as per the Instructions to Tenderers (ITT) documents.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in heavy engineering and maintenance services. Companies capable of managing complex estates with similar engineering needs will find this particularly relevant. The framework allows for a maximum of six participants, affording multiple businesses the chance to enter into a long-term agreement with potential subsequent extensions. Businesses that are Safe Contractor registered, have robust quality and environmental management systems, and demonstrate strong safety protocols will be well-suited to compete. Furthermore, this contract encourages community benefits, aligning with public procurement policies to support sustainable growth and development in the region.

## Notice

NHS Lothian wishes to create a framework to appoint suitable suppliers capable of providing heavy engineering related services as per the ITT documents.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Lothian wishes to create a framework for heavy engineering services as further described within the ITT and Specification.

Renewal: Optional 2 x 12 month extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561528 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| 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 | LOTHIAN HEALTH BOARD |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM78 West Lothian |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 50241100 - Vessel repair services
- 50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations
- 50712000 - Repair and maintenance services of mechanical building installations
- 51131000 - Installation services of steam generators
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71314310 - Heating engineering services for buildings

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561528

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561528
  Heavy Engineering Maintenance Framework Agreement (for Services up to GBP 250k excluding VAT) - NHS Lothian wishes to create a framework to appoint suitable suppliers capable of providing heavy engineering related services as per the ITT documents.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000836394
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html?VISITORID=d949470c-7837-45a6-9635-7f3a4dad15a0&_ncp=1727095487491.12202-1

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