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Tender

04 Apr 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority is seeking to re-tender for a catering contract for its Specialist Training Unit (STU) courses. The procurement, titled "Proc-25-2860: Catering for External Specialist Training Unit Courses," falls under the industry category of public order and safety and is set in Glasgow, UK. The tender process is in the "Tender" stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 12:00 PM on 2nd May 2025. The existing contract expires on 1st August 2025, necessitating this timely re-tender to ensure continuity of services. The estimated contract value is GBP 90,000, and the procurement method is an open procedure, allowing broad participation from interested contractors.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for catering businesses with experience in providing services for training and educational programmes. The contract is well-suited for businesses that can demonstrate technical and financial capability, hold necessary insurances, and have a proven track record of similar projects. SME and social enterprise development, targeted recruitment, training, and community engagement are key aspects of the contract, which can offer growth avenues such as enhanced market presence and reputation within the public sector. The requirement for electronic submissions and comprehensive selection criteria ensure a transparent and competitive tendering process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Proc-25-2860: Catering for External Specialist Training Unit Courses

Notice Description

The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") has a contract in place to provide catering for courses organised by the Specialist Training Unit (STU) which is due to expire on 1st August 2025. The Authority is required to re-tender this opportunity to appoint a suitably experienced and competent Contractor.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Non FTS Open Procedure

Renewal: 1 year optional extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000795211
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527615
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55520000 - Catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
After optional extension is activated

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Police Authority
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Postcode Area
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
TLM7 Eastern Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527615
    Proc-25-2860: Catering for External Specialist Training Unit Courses - The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") has a contract in place to provide catering for courses organised by the Specialist Training Unit (STU) which is due to expire on 1st August 2025. The Authority is required to re-tender this opportunity to appoint a suitably experienced and competent Contractor.

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