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Provision of Tank Cleaning & Associated Services (2025-29)

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde, located in Glasgow, has concluded a contract for the Provision of Tank Cleaning & Associated Services, spanning from 2025 to 2029. This procurement, categorised under the Education sector, was executed using an open procurement method through a mini-competition under the APUC Ltd framework agreement for Water Quality Management. The contract was successfully awarded to ECG Facilities Services Ltd on 9th July 2025, with a total contract value of £289,920. The contracting process is now complete, providing essential services at the University of Strathclyde's premises in the UKM82 region. The procurement was governed by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, and a provision exists for potential contract modifications without initiating a new procurement procedure.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in tank cleaning and associated services, particularly those experienced in servicing educational institutions. Companies operating as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), similarly to the successful bidder ECG Facilities Services Ltd, may find this sector particularly lucrative. The procurement process, employing a competitive framework agreement, can provide a structured pathway for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio within the public sector, especially for those proficient with water quality management solutions in educational settings.

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Notice Title

Provision of Tank Cleaning & Associated Services (2025-29)

Notice Description

The University of Strathclyde has awarded a Contract for the Provision of Tank Cleaning & Associated Services (2025-29) (UOS-36561-2025). This was conducted through a call-off via a mini-competition under the APUC Ltd framework agreement for Water Quality Management (EFM1044 AP), Lot 7 - One-Stop-Shop.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Strathclyde has awarded a Contract for the Provision of Tank Cleaning & Associated Services (2025-29) (UOS-36561-2025). This was conducted through a call-off via a mini-competition under the APUC Ltd framework agreement for Water Quality Management (EFM1044 AP), Lot 7 - One-Stop-Shop.

Options: In line with 72 - Modification of Contracts During their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804633
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535859
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90913100 - Tank-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£289,920 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rene.de-sousa@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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ECG FACILITIES SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535859
    Provision of Tank Cleaning & Associated Services (2025-29) - The University of Strathclyde has awarded a Contract for the Provision of Tank Cleaning & Associated Services (2025-29) (UOS-36561-2025). This was conducted through a call-off via a mini-competition under the APUC Ltd framework agreement for Water Quality Management (EFM1044 AP), Lot 7 - One-Stop-Shop.

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