Tender

Provision of Linen Hire & Laundry Services

UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING

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Tender

24 Nov 2025 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Stirling is inviting tenders for the provision of linen hire and laundry services, classified under the CPV code 98311000 - Laundry-collection services. This procurement falls under the 'services' category and will primarily operate within the region UKM77, Stirling, United Kingdom. The active tender, titled "Provision of Linen Hire & Laundry Services," initiates an open procurement method with a closing deadline for electronic submissions set for 9th January 2026 at 12:00 PM. The contract duration is 720 days with a possibility for two optional 12-month extensions, and interested businesses should be ready to begin service provision in the summer months as required by the University.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the laundry service sector aiming to expand their clientele within the university community. Companies capable of delivering efficient and reliable linen hire and comprehensive laundry services are well-suited for this contract, especially those experienced in handling seasonal peaks. Engaging in this procurement process could foster business growth by aligning with the University's operational needs and contract terms, which include electronic ordering, invoicing, and payment capabilities. With the open procedure, businesses will find it more accessible to compete on equal terms, fostering a fair and competitive bidding environment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Linen Hire & Laundry Services

Notice Description

The University requires to appoint a supplier to provide linen hire and laundry services (i.e. collect, wash and return service; and, a laundry only service) during the summer months.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University requires to appoint a supplier to provide linen hire and laundry services (i.e. collect, wash and return service; and a laundry only service) during the summer months.

Renewal: 2 optional 12-month extensions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e724
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076379-2025
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

19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

19231000 - Linen

98310000 - Washing and dry-cleaning services

98311000 - Laundry-collection services

98311100 - Laundry-management services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
18 months if extensions not utilised; 30 months if only first extension utilised; 42 months if both extensions utilised

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING
Contact Name
Fiona Macnaughton
Contact Email
fmm3@stir.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK9 4LA
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling North
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

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