Tender

Framework Agreement for Arboricultural Services

UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING

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Tender

20 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Stirling has initiated a tender process to establish a "Framework Agreement for Arboricultural Services". As a central purchasing body, the University is looking to appoint a supplier to deliver these services within the education sector, specifically located in Stirling, identified by region code UKM77. This tender is currently at the Tender stage, with an open procurement method under an open procedure, requiring electronic submissions by the deadline on 27th March 2026. The agreement, worth an estimated £480,000, requires a notable emergency response time, with suppliers needing to be on-site within two hours in emergency situations.

This tender provides a strategic opportunity for businesses that specialise in arboricultural services to expand their reach within the public sector and the educational industry. Suppliers equipped with rapid response capabilities and experience in providing quality services in this area stand to benefit significantly. Businesses will need to demonstrate both economic capability and technical expertise, with specific insurance requirements, to meet the University’s criteria. The potential for contract renewal and the inclusion of community benefit requirements, such as offering apprenticeships or local engagement, further augment the potential for business growth through this opportunity.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Arboricultural Services

Notice Description

The University of Stirling is seeking to appoint a supplier to provide arboricultural services. IMPORTANT NOTE: This contract requires an emergency response time availability no later than 2 hours to be on-site.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Stirling is seeking to appoint a supplier to provide arboricultural services. IMPORTANT NOTE: This contract requires an emergency response time availability no later than 2 hours to be on-site.. The estimated value for this Framework Agreement is estimated only and subject to funding availability. There is no guarantee as to the volume of business that you may receive if appointed to this Framework Agreement.

Renewal: Option to extend by up to 12 month

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822500
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550033
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services


CPV Codes

77200000 - Forestry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Between two and a half and three and a half years from the starting date.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jeff.vuolo@stir.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1786466186

Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK9 4LA
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling North
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

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