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Award

23 Apr 2026 at 01:00

Tender

17 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow City Council is seeking bids for a framework agreement dedicated to the supply and delivery of both bottled and bulk gas. The Council, situated at 40 John St, City Chambers, Glasgow, UKM82, aims to ensure continuous provision throughout its various locations, including schools and leisure centres. This procurement is in the 'award' stage, following an open method, with the award period starting on 25th March 2026. Although the results were unsuccessful, the contract value was anticipated at £1,150,000, suggesting significant investment in General Public Services. Interested parties had until 25th March 2026 to submit their proposals electronically through Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal.

This contract represents an opportunity for businesses experienced in the gas supply sector. Firms with capabilities in reliable delivery, safety compliance, and environmental management are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. The open tender process encourages participation from diverse providers, emphasising Service Delivery methodology and competitive pricing as key criteria. Businesses operating within the region or with the capacity to manage logistical needs efficiently could benefit by establishing a partnership with the Council, fostering growth through stable government contracts. Community benefits are pivotal, with Glasgow City Council aiming to integrate economic, social, or environmental improvements through procurement activities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Supply and Delivery of Bottled and Bulk Gas

Notice Description

Glasgow City Council ('the council') invites tender bids for the establishment of a single - supplier framework agreement for the supply and delivery of bottled and bulk gas products.. The successful supplier will also be responsible for the uplifting, removal, and environmentally compliant disposal of all cylinders supplied during the framework period. This procurement will be conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T). We will apply a one stage Open procedure. Bidders must self-certify their adherence to the conditions of participation via the ESPD (Scotland) in PSC-T and may be required to submit Means of Proof before contract award. Bidders must refer to the specific requirements listed in Section III in this Contract Notice when completing the SPD in PCS-T.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow City Council invites tender submissions for the establishment of a framework agreement, including an immediate call-off contract, for the supply and delivery of bottled and bulk gas to a wide range of Council-operated sites across the city. Upon award, the successful supplier will enter into a contract with Glasgow City Council as the lead organisation, with the framework structured to allow services to commence immediately, ensuring continuity of supply and responsiveness to operational needs. The appointed supplier will be responsible for supplying and delivering all required bottled and bulk gas products, along with any ancillary equipment necessary for their safe and effective use. In addition, the supplier must manage the uplift, removal, and appropriate disposal of empty, redundant, or end-of-life cylinders and associated equipment in compliance with relevant safety and environmental standards. Deliveries will be required across a diverse estate of locations throughout Glasgow, including schools, leisure centres, depots, and other Council service sites, with the supplier expected to provide reliable, timely, and flexible delivery arrangements to meet both scheduled and ad-hoc demand.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if there are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823632
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554490
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

24 - Chemical products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

09120000 - Gaseous fuels

09133000 - Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)

24100000 - Gases

24110000 - Industrial gases

24111000 - Hydrogen, argon, rare gases, nitrogen and oxygen

44612100 - Gas cylinders

44612200 - Gas tanks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,150,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,150,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Unsuccessful
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Glasgow City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
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
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549745
    The Supply and Delivery of Bottled and Bulk Gas - Glasgow City Council ('the council') invites tender bids for the establishment of a single - supplier framework agreement for the supply and delivery of bottled and bulk gas products.. The successful supplier will also be responsible for the uplifting, removal, and environmentally compliant disposal of all cylinders supplied during the framework period. This procurement will be conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T). We will apply a one stage Open procedure. Bidders must self-certify their adherence to the conditions of participation via the ESPD (Scotland) in PSC-T and may be required to submit Means of Proof before contract award. Bidders must refer to the specific requirements listed in Section III in this Contract Notice when completing the SPD in PCS-T.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554490
    The Supply and Delivery of Bottled and Bulk Gas - Glasgow City Council ('the council') invites tender bids for the establishment of a single - supplier framework agreement for the supply and delivery of bottled and bulk gas products.. The successful supplier will also be responsible for the uplifting, removal, and environmentally compliant disposal of all cylinders supplied during the framework period. This procurement will be conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T). We will apply a one stage Open procedure. Bidders must self-certify their adherence to the conditions of participation via the ESPD (Scotland) in PSC-T and may be required to submit Means of Proof before contract award. Bidders must refer to the specific requirements listed in Section III in this Contract Notice when completing the SPD in PCS-T.

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