Tender

Framework Agreement for the Provision of First Aid and Medical at Events

GLASGOW LIFE (CULTURE & SPORT GLASGOW)

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Tender

27 Jun 2025 at 08:40

Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Life (Culture & Sport Glasgow) is undertaking a tender process for a Framework Agreement concerning the Provision of First Aid and Medical Services at Events. This falls under the event services industry category and is pertinent to both indoor and outdoor events in Glasgow, UK. This process is at the tender stage and employs an open procurement method. The key dates include the submission deadline by 28th July 2025, with contract commencement anticipated soon after. The framework consists of various lots that include first aid services, medical planning, provision of ambulances, and comprehensive provisions for events.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses, especially those in the healthcare and event management sectors, to expand their market footprint. With an estimated contract value of £1,020,000, it is attractive to quality-focused companies capable of providing medical services. The framework encourages participation through fair and transparent processes, making it ideal for firms with a proven record of delivering similar services. Companies with experience in the field, possessing robust financial health, and adhering to compliance standards such as the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 are particularly well suited to submit a bid.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of First Aid and Medical at Events

Notice Description

Glasgow Life have a requirement for the provision of First Aid and Medical Services at Events Framework Agreement, which includes both indoor and outdoor events.

Lot Information

Provision of First Aid Services

The provision of first aid services at indoor and outdoor events. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. For full details of the requirement, please refer to the Invitation to Tender and associated documents.

Renewal: A further 24 months, exercised at 12-month intervals.

Provision of Medical Planning and Doctors and Nurses

The provision of medical planning and doctors and nurses at indoor and outdoor events. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 20215. For full details of the requirement, please refer to the Invitation to Tender and associated documents.

Renewal: A further 24 months, exercised at 12-month intervals.

Provision of Ambulances and Associated Personnel at Events

The provision of ambulances and associated personnel at indoor and outdoor events. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulation 2015. For full details of the requirement, please refer to the Invitation to Tender and associated documents.

Renewal: A further 24 months, exercised at 12-month intervals.

Combined Provisions

Combined provisions for indoor and outdoor events. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. For full details of the requirement, please refer to the Invitation to Tender and associated documents.

Renewal: A further 24 months, exercised at 12-month intervals.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0554a6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035599-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,020,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2029

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLASGOW LIFE (CULTURE & SPORT GLASGOW)
Contact Name
Lauren Kinnear
Contact Email
lauren.kinnear@glasgowlife.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1412875923

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1LH
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
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

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