Tender

Window Cleaning Services

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

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Tender

03 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Heriot-Watt University is conducting an open procurement process for window cleaning services at its Edinburgh and Galashiels campuses, as well as properties in Edinburgh, including Hermiston House and Panmure House. This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically within education, and is currently in the tender stage. The procedure is open, accepting electronic and written submissions, with a value of £400,000 GBP. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 5th March 2026, with the same date marking the commencement of the award period. The procurement exercise invites service providers who can adhere to the selection criteria, including membership with the Federation of Window Cleaners (FWC) and the Safety Accredited Member (SAM) scheme.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in large-scale cleaning services, particularly those experienced in providing comprehensive window cleaning solutions to educational institutions. The extensive contract duration of 1,080 days, with potential renewal options, provides a stable business opportunity that can lead to long-term growth. Firms that can demonstrate technical expertise, commercial acumen, and compliance with regulatory requirements, such as the Modern Slavery Act 2015, will find this tender particularly aligned with their business objectives. The emphasis on quality (60%) and price (40%) in the evaluation criteria highlights the need for providers who can balance cost-effectiveness with high service delivery standards.

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Notice Title

Window Cleaning Services

Notice Description

The University is seeking to appoint a window cleaning service provider for its Edinburgh and Galashiels Campuses and properties located within the city of Edinburgh; Hermiston House and Panmure House.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is seeking to appoint a window cleaning service provider for its Edinburgh and Galashiels Campuses and properties located within the city of Edinburgh; Hermiston House and Panmure House.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58(1) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: The University reserves the right to extend the Agreement for a further 24 months (12 + 12) subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the University's requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822479
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548652
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90911000 - Accommodation, building and window cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
January 2031.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Rosemary Carson
Contact Email
r.r.carson@hw.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Pentland Hills
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

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