Award

Managed Workwear Provision and Laundry Services

FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)

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Award

14 Apr 2026 at 15:24

Tender

12 Jan 2026 at 09:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is conducting a procurement for the provision of Managed Workwear and Laundry Services, aimed at servicing approximately 120 personnel within abattoirs located across Scotland. This contract, classified under the industry category of Laundry-operation services, employs an open procurement procedure, allowing for widespread participation. Currently at the award stage, having started on 11th February 2026, the contract period lasts for 1080 days with potential for extension. The awarded contract value stands at £171,666.40, benefitting supplier Johnsons Workwear, highlighting an emphasis on quality with a 60% weighting in the award criteria.

This procurement presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses within the laundry and garment services industry, particularly those capable of supplying durable workwear and managing laundry services for large-scale operations. Companies with strong supply chain management systems, prompt subcontractor payment tracks, and compliance with standards like ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 will be well-positioned to compete. With a target market of large public law bodies, this tender encourages electronic submissions, making it accessible for suppliers looking to expand their operations and footprint in the Scottish market. Additionally, community benefits are included, enhancing social value contributions in procurement activities. The buyer, FSS, represents a significant public sector client, with this tender aligned to broader organisational objectives around health and safety in food industry settings.

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Notice Title

Managed Workwear Provision and Laundry Services

Notice Description

The Service Provider will be required to supply a Work Wear and Laundry service for approximately 120 personnel to carry out their duties in a hygienic and safe manner throughout the abattoirs of Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Service Provider will be required to supply a Work Wear and Laundry service for approximately 120 FSS personnel to carry out their duties in a hygienic and safe manner throughout the abattoirs in Scotland.

Renewal: Potential extension options of up to 2 x 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060363
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033920-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98311200 - Laundry-operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£171,666 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20262 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
FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 5RL
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOHNSONS WORKWEAR

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