PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 May 2026 at 13:12

Tender

30 Oct 2025 at 12:35

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has initiated the PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events. This procurement process, using a competitive procedure with negotiation, falls under the industry category of Food, Beverages, Tobacco, and Related Products and is specifically classified under the CPV code 15000000. Located in Glasgow, UKM82, the initial tender stage was active with submission deadlines closing on 1st December 2025, 12:00 PM. The framework agreement is designed for a period of two years with the possibility of two extensions of 12 months each for events such as graduations, weddings, and other formal occasions. The procurement stage has now reached the award phase as of 18th May 2026, with a contract signed on 15th May 2026 for £600,000 GBP to suppliers including Bestway Wholesale and BFS Group Ltd T/A Bidfood.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the beverages sector, particularly those experienced with supplying distilled and spirituous beverages for large-scale events. The competitive procurement process, structured for efficiency in evaluation stages, calls for suppliers with strong capabilities in meeting diverse service requirements, customer service, sustainability, and value addition. Ideal candidates are larger businesses with the capability to manage large-scale supply needs and associated logistics, evidenced by insurance and financial requirements, including a minimum yearly turnover of £300,000 and suitable liability insurances. Access to electronic submission ensures streamlined participation for a wider pool of suppliers, promoting competitive pricing and innovation within the procurement market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events for the period of Two Years with Two options to extend for 12 months each.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award for PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events for the period of Two Years with Two options to extend for 12 months each.

Renewal: Two options to extend for 12 months each

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d715
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045375-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

15910000 - Distilled alcoholic beverages

15911000 - Spirituous beverages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BESTWAY WHOLESALE

BFS GROUP LTD T/A BIDFOOD

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