Planning

Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2026-30)

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Planning

27 Jan 2026 at 00:00

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

The University of Strathclyde is in the initial planning stage of the procurement process for a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) covering the years 2026 to 2030. This project falls under the education sector and involves services pertaining to safety systems maintenance, a critical aspect within the industry. The anticipated contract activities include the inspection, testing, and certification of roof edge protection systems across the John Anderson Campus. Interested businesses must note that the future notice date is scheduled for 5 February 2026, with registration of interest required by 12 noon on 30 January 2026. The location for these services is primarily at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom.

This procurement opportunity provides significant avenues for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in safety systems maintenance, installation, and preventative maintenance services. Businesses with expertise in supplying and installing safety access systems or offering ad hoc and reactive services will be well-suited to compete. Such a contract allows for sustained engagement over a defined period, facilitating long-term business relationships and continuous revenue streams. As the tender covers comprehensive safety inspections and ongoing maintenance needs, companies that demonstrate compliance with the strict health and safety standards prevalent in the education sector will find this opportunity particularly advantageous.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2026-30)

Notice Description

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) relates to a project to establish a Contract for the Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2026-30).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Strathclyde (the "University") is seeking to establish a contract to support the delivery of activities outlined below. The Contract will include, however, will not be limited to: - Safety inspection, testing and certification of free-standing roof edge protection systems across the John Anderson Campus: - Planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) of campus wide safety access systems including eye bolts, abseil points, building edge protection and latch way systems. Eye bolts and latch ways require inspection and maintenance on an annual basis, and abseil points require testing every six months: - Supply, delivery & installation of safety access systems where required; and - Ad hoc / reactive services / works.. Please note, the information contained within this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is subject to change.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821426
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548152
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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

35113100 - Site-safety equipment

35113300 - Safety installations

45233292 - Installation of safety equipment

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£362,982 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Feb 2026Expired
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
Amanda McFarlane, Senior Procurement Specialist
Contact Email
amanda.mcfarlane@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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