Tender

Security Services

ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Robert Gordon University is conducting a procurement process for security services at its Garthdee Campus and accommodation sites in Aberdeen, classified under the education sector within the services category. This tender is currently active, following an open procedure allowing electronic submissions as detailed on the Public Contracts Scotland website. Interested parties should note the submission deadline of 18 March 2026, coinciding with the start date of the award period. The contract period is set for approximately three years, with a potential two-year extension. The tender depicts a proactive approach to secure its campuses with high-quality standards, prioritising qualifications and professionalism.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the security industry, particularly those capable of meeting stringent quality criteria. Prospective bidders must ensure that all personnel are SIA-licensed, a requirement reflecting the university's commitment to professional security services. Firms offering a comprehensive security solution, including library and ad hoc reception cover, are encouraged to compete. The combination of high-quality expectations and an attractive budget of £300,000 suggests a significant scope for expanding business operations in Aberdeen. The procurement method allows businesses to rely on electronic ordering and invoicing, enhancing operational efficiency and supplier interaction.

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Notice Title

Security Services

Notice Description

Security services at RGU,

Lot Information

Lot 1

We require security services at our Garthdee Campus, our Accommodation sites, Library and ad hoc reception cover.

Renewal: further two year optional extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823490
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549401
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

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


CPV Codes

79710000 - Security services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
4.5 years

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB10 7FY
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Airyhall/Broomhill/Garthdee
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

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