Award

Gutter and roof cleaning maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Sep 2025 at 00:00

Tender

31 Jan 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has completed the award of a framework contract for gutter and roof cleaning maintenance, encompassing a range of reactive, planned, and statutory services. These services include cleaning of building fabrics, roads, paths, and various drainage systems across the university campus, located in Aberdeen, region UKM50. The procurement, conducted through an open procedure, is classified under services with CPV code 50000000 and aligns with standards such as GPA and EU directives. Key dates include the contract signing on 16th July 2025, with an initial contract period of two years starting 1st August, subject to potential annual extensions. The tender attracted bids from multiple businesses, focusing on quality and price as award criteria, where suppliers such as Alpha-FM Ltd and NEREC Ltd were successful.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in maintenance, cleaning services, and related technologies. Businesses with capabilities in advanced cleaning systems, efficient supply chain management, and adherence to public procurement regulations would find this tender particularly advantageous for growth. The framework agreement's two-year term, with options for extensions, provides a stable foundation for companies looking to establish or expand their presence within the public sector. The requirement for electronic submissions and adherence to payment regulations ensures a streamlined and transparent process, encouraging innovative solutions and fostering competitive market conditions.

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Notice Title

Gutter and roof cleaning maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

Awarded contract for service to cover reactive, planned & statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: External and internal building fabric and surrounding roads and paths cleaning maintenance Replacement of floorcoverings around campus. Vacuum system with camera - Gutter cleaning inclusive of hoppers, outlets and downpipes. Vacuum system - Roof cleaning inclusive of flat surfaces, parapets, tabling, outlets and downpipes. Vacuum system - Clearing roofs of excess water due to outlet blockages. Vacuum system - Road gulley cleaning. Surface soakaway channel cleaning. Entrance matting drainage channel cleaning. Internal floors - floor Burnishing Building glass canopy cleaning. Building profiled sheeting canopies cleaning. Granite cleaning. Stonework cleaning. Power washing. (roofs, paths, stringer courses, canopies, external access & egress areas, steps.) Steam cleaning. Cleaning of campus signage. Cleaning of stainless-steel facias and facades. Removal of graffiti around campus from buildings and external walls. Cleaning after flood damage. Builders cleans on completion of refurbishment works. Sparkle cleans on completion of refurbishment works. Drone associated works, camera only and cleaning options.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Awarded contract for service to cover reactive, planned & statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: External and internal building fabric and surrounding roads and paths cleaning maintenance Replacement of floorcoverings around campus. Vacuum system with camera - Gutter cleaning inclusive of hoppers, outlets and downpipes. Vacuum system - Roof cleaning inclusive of flat surfaces, parapets, tabling, outlets and downpipes. Vacuum system - Clearing roofs of excess water due to outlet blockages. Vacuum system - Road gulley cleaning. Surface soakaway channel cleaning. Entrance matting drainage channel cleaning. Internal floors - floor Burnishing Building glass canopy cleaning. Building profiled sheeting canopies cleaning. Granite cleaning. Stonework cleaning. Power washing. (roofs, paths, stringer courses, canopies, external access & egress areas, steps.) Steam cleaning. Cleaning of campus signage. Cleaning of stainless-steel facias and facades. Removal of graffiti around campus from buildings and external walls. Cleaning after flood damage. Builders cleans on completion of refurbishment works. Sparkle cleans on completion of refurbishment works. Drone associated works, camera only and cleaning options.

Renewal: It is anticipated that the Framework agreement will be effective from 1st August for an initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for two (2) further periods, each of 12 months subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000789305
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539640
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
It is anticipated that the Framework agreement will be effective from 1st August for an initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for two (2) further periods, each of 12 months subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
e-sourcing@abdn.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
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
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

ALPHA-FM

NEREC

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522936
    Gutter and roof cleaning maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen - The framework contract will be for a service to cover reactive, planned & statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: External and internal building fabric and surrounding roads and paths cleaning maintenance Replacement of floorcoverings around campus. Vacuum system with camera - Gutter cleaning inclusive of hoppers, outlets and downpipes. Vacuum system - Roof cleaning inclusive of flat surfaces, parapets, tabling, outlets and downpipes. Vacuum system - Clearing roofs of excess water due to outlet blockages. Vacuum system - Road gulley cleaning. Surface soakaway channel cleaning. Entrance matting drainage channel cleaning. Internal floors - floor Burnishing Building glass canopy cleaning. Building profiled sheeting canopies cleaning. Granite cleaning. Stonework cleaning. Power washing. (roofs, paths, stringer courses, canopies, external access & egress areas, steps.) Steam cleaning. Cleaning of campus signage. Cleaning of stainless-steel facias and facades. Removal of graffiti around campus from buildings and external walls. Cleaning after flood damage. Builders cleans on completion of refurbishment works. Sparkle cleans on completion of refurbishment works. Drone associated works, camera only and cleaning options.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539640
    Gutter and roof cleaning maintenance framework - University of Aberdeen - Awarded contract for service to cover reactive, planned & statutory maintenance and associated services to include, but not limited to: External and internal building fabric and surrounding roads and paths cleaning maintenance Replacement of floorcoverings around campus. Vacuum system with camera - Gutter cleaning inclusive of hoppers, outlets and downpipes. Vacuum system - Roof cleaning inclusive of flat surfaces, parapets, tabling, outlets and downpipes. Vacuum system - Clearing roofs of excess water due to outlet blockages. Vacuum system - Road gulley cleaning. Surface soakaway channel cleaning. Entrance matting drainage channel cleaning. Internal floors - floor Burnishing Building glass canopy cleaning. Building profiled sheeting canopies cleaning. Granite cleaning. Stonework cleaning. Power washing. (roofs, paths, stringer courses, canopies, external access & egress areas, steps.) Steam cleaning. Cleaning of campus signage. Cleaning of stainless-steel facias and facades. Removal of graffiti around campus from buildings and external walls. Cleaning after flood damage. Builders cleans on completion of refurbishment works. Sparkle cleans on completion of refurbishment works. Drone associated works, camera only and cleaning options.

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