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Residential & Business Services: Pest Control

UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Summary of the contracting process

The University of St Andrews recently completed a procurement process for pest control services for its Estates, Residential, and Catering Services, under an open procedure. This contract, titled "Residential & Business Services: Pest Control," falls under the services category and relates to educational institutions. The procurement covered services at the University's estate in St Andrews, located in region UKM72, and involved preventative and reactive pest control solutions. The contract was awarded on 21st May 2025 to Graham Pest Control, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Blairgowrie, with a total contract value of £1,740 GBP. The process initially began as a tender early in February 2025, with the tender closing on 1st April 2025. The procedure was managed electronically via the InTend platform, ensuring accessibility for interested parties.

This procurement provides substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specializing in pest control services within the education sector. Companies that are well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes would typically be SMEs with the capability to provide comprehensive pest control services that meet rigorous licencing and quality standards, ideally holding memberships with professional bodies such as the British Pest Control Association or the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA). The establishment of a framework agreement, as outlined, suggests future opportunities may arise approximately four months before existing contracts expire, enabling firms to plan and prepare competitive bids for recurring contracts.

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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-r6ebe6-0000791783
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530855
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

90922000 - Pest-control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,740 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20259 months ago
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
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRAHAM PEST CONTROL

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524775
    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.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530855
    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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