Tender

Residential & Business Services: Pest Control

UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS

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Tender

27 Feb 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of St Andrews is undergoing an active tendering process for the provision of Residential & Business Services: Pest Control, including both preventative and reactive measures for its Estates, Residential, and Catering Services. This opportunity is categorised under the services industry and specifically focuses on pest control across the university's estate in St Andrews, UK (region UKM72). The procurement method employed is an open procedure requiring electronic submissions no later than 1st April 2025 at 12:00 PM. The procurement documents detail the comprehensive scope of services including regular inspections and treatments, and ad hoc specialist measures for various pests. Award decisions will commence on the same day, 1st April 2025.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in pest control, particularly those with experience in educational and residential settings. Suitable contenders are expected to be appropriately licensed and ideally members of recognised bodies such as the British Pest Control Association or the National Pest Technicians Association. Companies adept at managing large-scale pest control across varied environments, including kitchens and sports facilities, would find this contract especially fitting. Winning this contract can enhance a business's portfolio and facilitate long-term relationships with a prestigious institution like the University of St Andrews, given the likelihood of recurring need for these services.

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Notice Title

Residential & Business Services: Pest Control

Notice Description

The University of St Andrews is seeking a supplier for preventative and reactive pest control for its Estates, Residential & Catering Services. The contractor and its staff will be appropriately licenced, trained and qualified and able to demonstrate they are experienced in the delivery of such requirements. Ideally the contractor will be a member if the British Pest Control Association, National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) or an equivalent body.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Estates Pest control services (rodents and insects) - Ad hoc rodent treatments (external bait stations): in certain locations, external bait stations are present where rats have been identified in the past. - Ad hoc wasp, bee and moth infestations: occasional infestations occur and will be treated as and when required and charged separately. - Ad hoc treatments for cockroaches, ants, silverfish, firebrat, stored product insects and casual intruders, including general inspection of the premises and cleaning and carrying out of any treatment required to keep premises pest-free. - Ad hoc treatments for rabbits in specific locations following University guidance on when and how this work is undertaken. - Sports pavilion kitchen - fly trap & rodent baiting as per residence kitchens. Residential Services - To encompass all residential sites at the University, including catered and self-catered halls and direct lease flats. - Ad hoc inspections for and treatments of rodent (external bait stations): in certain locations, external bait stations are present where rats have been identified in the past. - Ad hoc wasp, bee and moth infestations: occasional infestations occur and will be treated as and when required and charged separately. - Ad hoc inspection and treatments for cockroaches, ants, silverfish, firebrat, stored product insects and casual intruders, including general inspection of the premises and cleaning and carrying out of treatment (s) required to keep premises pest-free. - Ad hoc inspections for and treatments of bedbugs (per room). Occasional infestations of bed bugs may occur. Catering Services Electronic fly killer servicing - 4 service / maintenance visits per annum at intervals to be agreed by the university for each fly killer. Routine service visits / inspections to include: - All units are checked in location for full operation. - Catch tray is removed, contents are checked then emptied then catch tray is washed and disinfected. - Outer grilles, electric grid and ultra-violet tubes are cleaned thoroughly. - Unit is de-greased and made clean. - Unit is re-assembled and checked for full operation. - Ultra-violet tubes replaced annually. Pest control services (rodents and insects) 8 routine service visits/inspections and treatments per annum, per unit, at intervals to be agreed by the university. Ad hoc rodent treatments (external bait stations): in certain locations, external bait stations are present where rats have been identified in the past. 8 routine service visits / inspections and treatments per annum, per unit. Routine service visits / inspections to include: - Check for rats, mice, cockroaches, ants, silverfish, firebrat, stored product insects and casual intruders in catering areas / external to kitchens. - A general inspection of the premises. - Cleaning and carrying out of any treatment required to keep premises pest-free. Fly screen windows Checking and cleaning of fly screen windows, 4 routine inspections and treatments / service visits per annum at intervals to be agreed with the university. Full details stated in the Procurement documents

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000791536
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524738
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
The university is likely to continue to need these services. If the requirement requires to advertise a future requirement, it will be approximately 4 months before the start of a new contract.

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
Not specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524738
    Residential & Business Services: Pest Control - The University of St Andrews is seeking a supplier for preventative and reactive pest control for its Estates, Residential & Catering Services. The contractor and its staff will be appropriately licenced, trained and qualified and able to demonstrate they are experienced in the delivery of such requirements. Ideally the contractor will be a member if the British Pest Control Association, National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) or an equivalent body.

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