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02 Jul 2026 at 01:00

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23 Sep 2025 at 01:00

Tender

19 Sep 2025 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow has recently completed a procurement process for the provision of accommodation services and hard facilities management (FM) services, under the contract reference PURCH2790. The contract's primary focus is on services and falls under the education category. The procurement method employed was a competitive procedure with negotiation, targeting service delivery in Glasgow. The award was finalised with Lovat's Group Ltd, an SME based in Kirkcaldy, following a tender process that received bids including those from foreign non-EU entities. The contract, valued at £4,484,304, was signed on 22nd June 2026, signalling the project's launch shortly thereafter. The initiative underscores strategic alignment with the University's objectives, with emphasis on quality and cost-effectiveness as key evaluation criteria.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the facilities management sector, especially those capable of handling large-scale projects requiring specialised care, particularly for heritage-listed buildings. SMEs like Lovat's Group Ltd have demonstrated their capability to secure such contracts, highlighting competitive advantages in areas such as strategic alignment with institutional values and financial robustness. Companies positioned to deliver maintenance and repair services, alongside a commitment to community benefits, including support for living wages and apprenticeships, would find this an ideal platform for business growth. Such ventures not only provide financial returns but also reinforce a business's standing through partnership with leading educational institutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2790 Provision of Accommodation Services Hard Facilities Management (FM) Services Contract

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2790 Provision of Accommodation Services Hard Facilities Management (FM) Services Contract

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2790 Provision of Accommodation Services Hard Facilities Management (FM) Services Contract

Renewal: 3 years fixed term with the option of extending by 3 x 12 month periods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000810757
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559270
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,484,304 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20262 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 Glasgow
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
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
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Lovat's Group Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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