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Award

03 Feb 2026 at 11:54

Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 12:13

Summary of the contracting process

Heriot-Watt University has initiated a procurement process for "Window Cleaning Services" for its campuses located in Edinburgh and Galashiels, including properties such as Hermiston House and Panmure House in Edinburgh. The tender is classified under the industry category of "Accommodation, building and window cleaning services," with a specific CPV code of 90911000. The process is currently in the active tender stage, with an open procurement method. Interested bidders should note the tender period ending on 4th March 2026 at 12:00 pm, with bid opening scheduled at the same time. This tender is covered by the GPA and seeks a service provider capable of meeting the technical and commercial requirements outlined, with a total contract value estimated at £400,000. The procurement exercise is rated 60% on technical capacity and 40% on commercial terms.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, especially for organisations specialising in cleaning services with a focus on regulatory compliance and adherence to sustainable practices like those outlined in the Modern Slavery Act 2015. Ideal bidders would be those with strong technical proficiencies as the tender evaluation favours technical over commercial factors. Businesses possessing authorisation or memberships from relevant bodies such as the Federation of Window Cleaners and the Safety Accredited Member scheme will find themselves well-suited for this opportunity. The contract also offers potential renewal, potentially extending the engagement and providing long-term business prospects. Suppliers capable of delivering quality service while maintaining compliance with the University's procurement standards could significantly benefit from securing this contract.

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Notice Title

Window Cleaning Services

Notice Description

The University is seeking to appoint a window cleaning service provider for its Edinburgh and Galashiels Campuses and properties located within the city of Edinburgh; Hermiston House and Panmure House.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is seeking to appoint a window cleaning service provider for its Edinburgh and Galashiels Campuses and properties located within the city of Edinburgh; Hermiston House and Panmure House. Additional information: Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58(1) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The University reserves the right to extend the Agreement for a further 24 months (12 + 12) subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the University's requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06141d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009395-2026
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90911000 - Accommodation, building and window cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
January 2031.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Heriot-Watt University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Pentland Hills
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

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