This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jul 2026 at 01:00

Tender

01 Dec 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by the University of Glasgow involves the "Provision of a Framework for Supporter Engagement Services," falling under the services category. Situated in Glasgow, specifically at their Tay House location, this tender is currently in the Award stage for the industry category of Education. The process was conducted using a selective procurement method with a competitive procedure involving negotiation. The procurement is part of a framework agreement planned for two years with two possible extensions of twelve months each. The award was announced on 9th July 2026, with the contract being signed on 7th May 2026, highlighting the University of Glasgow as the buyer and Buffalo Fundraising Consultants as the awarded supplier.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly aiming at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Buffalo Fundraising Consultants. Organisations specialising in supporter engagement strategies, fundraising consultancy, or those looking to expand into the educational services sector, would find this procurement appealing, especially given its potential for renewal. The competitive procedure with negotiation allows businesses to better tailor their offerings to meet the specific needs outlined by the University of Glasgow, thus enhancing their competitive edge. The involvement in such a framework can also enhance the bidder's portfolio, showcasing capability in managing contracts for reputable institutions. Additionally, the requirement for community benefit commitments further opens opportunities for businesses focusing on social impact and community engagement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2841 Provision of a Framework for Supporter Engagement Services

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2841 Provision of a Framework for Supporter Engagement Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2841 Provision of Framework Agreement for Supporter Engagement Services for the Period of Two Years with Two Options to Extend for Twelve Months each

Renewal: Two options to extend for 12 months each

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000817178
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559807
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£171,060 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20263 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

Buffalo Fundraising Consultants

Further Information

Notice Documents

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