Tender

PURCH2108 FRAMEWORK FOR THE PROVISION OF AUTOMATION SERVICES

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

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Tender

14 Jun 2022 at 10:51

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is seeking tenders for the "PURCH2108 FRAMEWORK FOR THE PROVISION OF AUTOMATION SERVICES", categorised under office automation services. This procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 15th July 2022. The contract is located in Glasgow, UK, and encompasses a framework agreement with a duration of 1800 days, plus potential renewals. The procurement process employs a selective method and is established under competitive procedure with negotiation, with an invitation for the next stage set for 12th August 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in automation and related services to engage with a leading educational institution, fostering growth through potential collaboration and successful contract acquisition. Companies that provide office automation solutions, possess relevant experience, and meet the specified insurance and financial criteria would be particularly well-suited to compete. Notably, suppliers are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to community benefits, aligning with the University’s initiatives.

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Notice Title

PURCH2108 FRAMEWORK FOR THE PROVISION OF AUTOMATION SERVICES

Notice Description

PURCH2108 FRAMEWORK FOR THE PROVISION OF AUTOMATION SERVICES Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2108 FRAMEWORK FOR THE PROVISION OF AUTOMATION SERVICES The University launched its Transformation Strategy, 'Enabling Excellence' in October 2018. Since that point a lot of progress has been made to deliver change in core systems and processes for students and staff and explore new and innovative ways to deliver services. Automation is an example of the innovative approaches that has been explored, through initially a pilot and currently a proof of concept. Please refer to the PURCH2108 Automation Project Information Document Final document for additional information.

Renewal: Period of 3 years with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-034619
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016244-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48921000 - Automation system

72513000 - Office automation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
Gillian Ray
Contact Email
gillian.ray@glasgow.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413306908

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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