Tender

Residential & Business Services: Commercial Laundry Services

UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS

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Tender

09 Dec 2025 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The University of St Andrews is seeking a supplier for its "Residential & Business Services: Commercial Laundry Services" contract. This procurement process, categorised under laundry-management services (CPV code 98311100), involves the provision of commercial laundry services primarily between May and September each year, when the University operates extensively as a hospitality entity. The bidding stage is currently active and follows an open procedure, with submissions to be made electronically through the University's designated eTendering system. The tender is set to close on 22 January 2026, and the contract is to span a duration of 1080 days, potentially extendable by two further 12-month periods. Interested suppliers must adhere to the specified submission terms and meet the stated suitability criteria as detailed in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) documents.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for suppliers in the laundry services sector, particularly those with capabilities in high-volume commercial laundry operations. Businesses equipped to manage extensive collections, washes, and deliveries across multiple sites within St Andrews stand to benefit significantly. Furthermore, membership in an association like the Textile Services Association is advantageous. The specified contract value of £900,000 underscores the substantial business potential, catering to both peak and off-peak periods within the University’s operational marketing. Engaging with this contract could not only enhance a supplier's portfolio but also increase exposure and operational scalability within the educational hospitality sector.

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Notice Title

Residential & Business Services: Commercial Laundry Services

Notice Description

Residential and Business Services (RBS) is responsible for, among other matters, the management and operation of the University's Residential System. In addition to accommodating students in term time (when laundry services are not required), there is an extensive commercial operation between May - September each year. During the summer period, the University effectively operates as the largest hotel in St Andrews, with requirements for commercial laundry associated with this business including towels, bed linen and other associated items. While the majority of the activity will be between May - September each year, there may be some smaller requirements throughout the year.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Residential & Business Services (RBS) is seeking a laundry solution for the commercial operation. This primarily takes place between May - September each year but there may be reduced requirements out with this period. RBS currently own our own bed linen and towels and are looking for a laundry service for these items although we would consider a hire solution . We are looking for a collect, wash, dry, press and return laundry service. Currently there are 8 locations within St Andrews that require collection and delivery. During peak periods and at the busiest locations we require collections/returns 6 days per week, during quieter periods and at quieter locations collections/returns can be reduced. Linen Bags would be required as part of the service. No plastic packaging is to be used in the delivery of this contract Linen must be returned on the 2nd day after collection, e.g. collection Monday, return Wednesday, collection Wednesday, return Friday. Deliveries must be made between 8am - 4pm, Monday - Friday and by agreement at the weekend. Deliveries must be made to the designated collection/return point which will vary by Residence and which can be viewed at the site visit. Total Items (indicative) Bath Mat - 8400 Bath Towel - 27970 Double Duvet Cover - 11600 Double Mattress Protector - 530 Double Sheet - 12100 Double Valance - 1054 Hand Towel - 26260 Pillowcase - 51350 Shower Curtain - 350 Single Duvet Cover - 6220 Single Mattress Protector - 421 Single Sheet - 5800 Please see ITT for full details including indicative quantities per location. There may also be laundry requirements for other parts of the University and these are detailed in the documents. Ideally the supplier will be a member of the Textile Services Association or equivalent. Additional information: All tenders for the University of St Andrews are administered through our eTendering System (InTend).To Express an Interest please go to our tender website at https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews Please note that 'Notes of Interest' placed via PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) are not automatically accepted

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions subject to satisfactory annual review and the discretion of the University of St Andrews.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f1c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081056-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98311000 - Laundry-collection services

98311100 - Laundry-management services

98311200 - Laundry-operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
It is likely the university will continue to have laundry requirements. Any required notice for a future iteration of a contract will be published several months prior to the start of such a requirement.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS
Contact Name
Adrian Wood
Contact Email
procurement@st-andrews.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1334462523

Buyer Location

Locality
GUARDBRIDGE
Postcode
KY16 0US
Post Town
Kirkcaldy
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife

Local Authority
Fife
Electoral Ward
Tay Bridgehead
Westminster Constituency
North East Fife

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