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Minor Works Framework (MWF)

University of Strathclyde

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12 Jul 2023 at 15:50

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27 Jan 2023 at 15:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde initiated a tender process for a Minor Works Framework aimed at supporting various construction activities, including minor capital and maintenance works across accommodation, residences, and laboratory environments. The framework was set to involve works valued between GBP 0 to 6,000,000, although projects exceeding this value could still be considered. The tender, covering the construction work industry under the CPV code 45000000, was to be conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure, with potential amendments along the compliant lines of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Initially active, the status of this tender evolved to "cancelled" as of the latest available information dated 24th September 2025. Glasgow Caledonian University was also participating in this framework, indicating a broader collaborative educational institution engagement.

This business opportunity presents substantial potential growth avenues for companies proficient in construction and building services. Firms with experience in refurbishment and fit-out projects, especially within educational institutions or complex building environments such as listed buildings and laboratories, are ideally positioned to benefit. The framework initially anticipated inviting multiple participants, which fosters competitive collaboration and innovativeness among diverse business entities. With evaluation criteria placing 60% weightage on the technical aspect and 40% on pricing, businesses with superior technical expertise coupled with competitive pricing strategies could significantly leverage this opportunity. Additionally, engaging in this framework could enhance visibility and foster long-term contractual relations with prominent universities, facilitating further industry recognition and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Minor Works Framework (MWF)

Notice Description

The University of Strathclyde (the "University") is seeking to establish a framework agreement to support the delivery of minor works for the following activities outlined below; - Minor capital & maintenance works, refurbishment and fit-outs, including projects based within accommodation / residence settings, listed buildings, laboratory environments, and with a heavy building services focus, between a value of GBP 0 - 6,000,000; - These will be all trades contracts, including downtakings, joinery, building, plastering, decoration, ceilings, partitioning, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air conditioning, flooring, fire and security alarms, BMS controls etc; and - Please note, the University reserves the right to procure projects above GBP 6,000,000. Please note, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is also also participating in this Framework, and may choose to use this agreement as per their requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Works Value GBP 0 - 750,000

The University of Strathclyde (the "University") is seeking to establish a framework agreement to support the delivery of minor works for the following activities outlined below; - Minor capital & maintenance works, refurbishment and fit-outs, including projects based within accommodation / residence settings, listed buildings, laboratory environments, and with a heavy building services focus, between a value of GBP 0 - 6,000,000; - These will be all trades contracts, including downtakings, joinery, building, plastering, decoration, ceilings, partitioning, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air conditioning, flooring, fire and security alarms, BMS controls etc; and - Please note, the University reserves the right to procure projects above GBP 6,000,000. Please note, Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is also also participating in this Framework, and may choose to use this agreement as per their requirements. The Candidate will be required to provide examples that demonstrate that they have the relevant experience to deliver the services/supplies as described in part II.2.4 of the OJEU Contract Notice or the relevant section of the Site Notice. The Candidate should use the template provided for them to answer the Technical and Professional ability question 4C.1 of their SPD response. The below scoring methodology will be applied to the question. Excellent response - 4 Response is completely relevant and excellent overall. The response is comprehensive, unambiguous and demonstrates thorough experience, knowledge or skills/capacity/capability relevant to providing similar services to similar clients. Good response - 3 Response is relevant and good. The response is sufficiently detailed to demonstrate a good amount of experience, knowledge or skills/capacity/capability relevant to providing similar services to similar clients. Acceptable response - 2 Response is relevant and acceptable. The response demonstrates broad previous experience, knowledge and skills/capacity/capability but may lack in some aspects of similarity e.g. previous experience, knowledge or skills may not be of a similar nature. Poor response - 1 Response is partially relevant but generally poor. The response shows some elements of relevance to the criterion but contains insufficient/limited detail or explanation to demonstrate previous relevant experience/ capacity/capability. Unacceptable (Nil or Inadequate response) - 0 Nil or inadequate response. Fails to demonstrate previous experience/capacity/capability relevant to this criterion. This question will be scored by a technical panel made up of representatives from the Contracting Authority. Once all scores are agreed, an average score will be applied to all questions. Please note, the Candidate must score a minimum of two for all questions, as per the scoring methodology, otherwise their offer may be deemed non-compliant and will not be considered further. Question A - Example 1: Accommodation / Student Residencies (25%) Please refer to the document "Appendix E - SPD 4C.1 Template v1" for further details as to what this question is assessing, and how it is scored. Question B - Example 2: Listed Building (25%) Please refer to the document "Appendix E - SPD 4C.1 Template v1" for further details as to what this question is assessing, and how it is scored. Question C - Example 3: Laboratories (25%) Please refer to the document "Appendix E - SPD 4C.1 Template v1" for further details as to what this question is assessing, and how it is scored. Question D - Example 4: Building Services (25%) Please refer to the document "Appendix E - SPD 4C.1 Template v1" for further details as to what this question is assessing, and how it is scored.

Options: In line with 72 - Modification of Contracts During their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases.

Renewal: The contract duration is 24-months, with the option to extend for up to an additional two 12-month periods. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to utilise the extension periods at its discretion.

Lot 2 - Works Value GBP 750,000 - 4,000,000

This lot will include, however, will not be limited to; - Minor capital & maintenance works, refurbishment and fit-outs, including laboratory refurbishments, and capital works within student residences, for projects between a value of GBP 750,000 - 4,000,000; and - These will be all trades contracts, including downtakings, joinery, building, plastering, decoration, ceilings, partitioning, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air conditioning, flooring, fire and security alarms, BMS controls etc.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-039b86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059194-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45210000 - Building construction work

45211360 - Urban development construction work

45214400 - Construction work for university buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,062,500 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£58,062,500 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Feb 2023Expired
Award Date
24 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled, Planned
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Strathclyde
Additional Buyers

Glasgow Caledonian University

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XQ
Postcode Area
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
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

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