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Award

09 Jul 2026 at 11:40

Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 13:40

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow, a body governed by public law, has initiated a selective tender for the "PURCH2841 Provision of a Framework for Supporter Engagement Services" under the business services category, including law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. This procurement is set within the Glasgow region (UKM82), with electronic submissions required by 12:00 on 19th January 2026. The process adopts a Competitive Procedure with Negotiation, intending to establish a framework agreement with possibilities of two one-year extensions. The award amount stands at £171,060, and Buffalo Fundraising Consultants has been named the supplier with an active contract since 7th May 2026. The focus remains on delivering comprehensive supporter engagement services to complement the university’s fundraising strategies.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marketing consultancy, fundraising consultancy, and related business services. Companies with robust capabilities in engaging supporters and enhancing client relations would be well-positioned to fulfil this requirement. The criteria heavily weigh on quality aspects such as the ability to meet the requirements, innovative methodologies, and added value propositions, while price remains a significant factor. SMEs have opportunities through sub-contracting provisions and are encouraged to participate. The University aims to foster community benefits, highlighting initiatives that contribute to employment growth, workforce development, and sustainable practices, making it an attractive contract for businesses committed to these ideals.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2841 Provision of a Framework for Supporter Engagement Services

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2841 Provision of a Framework for Supporter Engagement Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2841 Provision of Framework Agreement for Supporter Engagement Services for the Period of Two Years with Two Options to Extend for Twelve Months each

Renewal: Two options to extend for 12 months each

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ebf5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064620-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£171,060 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20263 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
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
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Buffalo Fundraising Consultants

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