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Provision of Linen Hire & Laundry Services

UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

04 Mar 2026 at 10:49

Tender

24 Nov 2025 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Stirling has completed a public procurement process to appoint a supplier for linen hire and laundry services, with a focus on collection, washing, and returning, as well as a laundry-only service during the summer months. This tender, classified under the CPV code 98311000 for laundry-collection services, falls under the service category. The procurement method employed an open procedure, and while it is complete, significant activities took place in the UK's region UKM77. The original tender was active with an award period starting on 9 January 2026, and the contract was successfully awarded to "The Green Group" with a contract value of £200,000. The procurement process was fully open to electronic submissions, reflecting modern procurement practices.

This contract presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in laundry management, linen supply, and related services. Companies equipped to handle bulk service delivery, particularly during seasonal demand spikes, would find this contract beneficial for business growth. The requirement for a comprehensive collection, washing, and return service necessitates a robust logistics and operational setup, making it ideal for SMEs like "The Green Group," an SME that was awarded this contract. Engaging with such tenders allows businesses to solidify relationships with academic institutions and expand service portfolios, ultimately enhancing market presence and stability.

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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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e724
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019361-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
SME

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
£200,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
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
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE GREEN GROUP

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