PURCH2818A Provision of Framework Agreement for Managed Laundry Services

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Jun 2026 at 13:37

Tender

12 Jan 2026 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has completed the procurement process for a framework agreement titled "PURCH2818A Provision of Framework Agreement for Managed Laundry Services." This contract, classified under the "Laundry-management services" category, is situated in the UK region of Glasgow (UKM82). The procurement aimed at awarding a contract for managed laundry services across student residence sites. This contract was carried out using a selective procurement method with a competitive procedure involving negotiation. The award, signed on 5th June 2026, was granted to Washstation for a value of £2,624,112. The framework spans five years with potential extensions, suggesting an ongoing relationship subject to performance benchmarks based on set quality and price criteria.

This framework presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the laundry management services industry. Companies with strengths in sustainability, customer service innovation, and the ability to meet precise quality requirements are well-positioned to benefit. The strategic partnership with the University of Glasgow allows businesses to enhance their portfolio by engaging with a prestigious educational institution. Additionally, the focus on subcontracting and supply-chain development further benefits SMEs, third sector organisations, and supported businesses. This opportunity supports equality and diversity initiatives, along with providing channels for capacity building and vocational training within the community.

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Notice Title

PURCH2818A Provision of Framework Agreement for Managed Laundry Services

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2818A Provision of Framework Agreement for Managed Laundry Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2818A Provision of Framework Agreement for Managed Laundry Services

Renewal: Fixed for a period of Five Years with one option to extend for 24 months followed by two options to extend for 12 Months each.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0603cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055286-2026
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

42 - Industrial machinery

51 - Installation services (except software)

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

42716000 - Laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines

51543400 - Installation services of laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines

98311100 - Laundry-management services

98311200 - Laundry-operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,624,112 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20262 weeks 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Post Town
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

WASHSTATION

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