Planning

Provision of Drain Cleaning & Investigation Services (2025-29)

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Planning

22 May 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde, a central purchasing body located in Glasgow, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the provision of drain cleaning and investigation services, running from 2025 to 2029. This procurement process falls under the "services" category and is relevant to the education sector. A Prior Information Notice (PIN) has been released, detailing the planned contract with an estimated value of £240,000. Potential suppliers are encouraged to register their interest by 12 noon on 5th June 2025. A further notice is expected on 12th June 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in drainage services, particularly those capable of offering reactive drainage solutions, conducting surveys, and providing comprehensive reports and support services. Companies that can supply necessary equipment, such as Vactor cleaning vehicles, and those experienced in executing similar contracts would be well-positioned to compete. Given the focus on educational institution services, contractors with a background in servicing universities may find this an attractive opportunity for growth and visibility in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Drain Cleaning & Investigation Services (2025-29)

Notice Description

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) relates to a project to establish a Contract for the Provision of Drain Cleaning & Investigation Services (2025-29) (UOS-36560-2025).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a contract to support the delivery of activities outlined below. This Contract will include, however, will not be limited to: - Provide a range of reactive drainage services across all University sites and buildings: - Provide drainage surveys, this service will investigate drainage issues, and establish the required remedial action necessary to resolve drainage defects: - Provide materials & labour rates to carry out drainage repair works to resolve drainage defects: - Provide written drainage reports which include video film footage to support the survey investigation: - Provide all necessary drain cleaning equipment to carry out the required services; and - Provide a Vactor cleaning vehicle to clear foul water and solid waste.. Please note, the information contained within this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is subject to change.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000799577
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530897
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

45232452 - Drainage works

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

90912000 - Blast-cleaning services for tubular structures

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Kenneth Carlin, Category Manager
Contact Email
kenneth.carlin@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7811592949

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XU
Post Town
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
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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