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Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2025-29)

University of Strathclyde

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25 Mar 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

In March 2026, the University of Strathclyde, located at their Learning & Teaching Building in Glasgow, announced an open tender for the provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC), including Edge Protection. This contract is aimed at supporting various safety systems across the John Anderson Campus from 2025 to 2029, with a total estimated value of £402,981. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically within the education sector, and pertains to the maintenance and enhancement of safety access systems. The tender process is currently active, with submissions to be made electronically by the deadline of 27th April 2026, aligning with the expected award commencement on the same day. Interested parties can access more details and submit their proposals through the provided electronic submission platform.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in safety systems, roofing accessories, and training for safe work at height. Firms with expertise in conducting safety inspections and certifications, as well as those skilled in installing and maintaining systems like the EVO Guardrail Safety System and IKO roofing systems, would find this contract particularly appealing. Given the scope of the contract and the potential for extension beyond its initial 24-month duration, companies with a solid track record and the capacity to meet the stringent technical and insurance requirements stand to benefit. The process encourages competitive quality and pricing, ensuring that well-qualified businesses offering innovative solutions and efficient services can establish or expand their presence in the public procurement sphere working with esteemed institutions like the University of Strathclyde.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2025-29)

Notice Description

The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a Contract for the Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2025-29) (UOS-36989-2025).

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: - Carry out safety inspections, testing, and certification of all free-standing roof edge protection systems across the John Anderson Campus in full accordance with the requirements of BS EN 13374:2013 + A1:2018, using competent and appropriately trained personnel: - Carry out Safety inspection to roof fixed roof ladder access system inline with BS 4211:2005+A1:2008 Specification for permanently fixed ladders: - BS EN 12951:2004 Prefabricated accessories for roofing - Permanently fixed roof ladders Product specification and test methods: - A detailed report must be provided, including photographic evidence, system locations, and Pass/Fail certification: - The principal systems covered under this Contract include the EVO Guardrail Safety System (including inclined and radius configurations and associated accessories) and IKO roofing rail systems, specifically the Elite Safety Systems Po-Guard edge protection system and related accessories: - Planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) of campus wide safety access systems including eye bolts, abseil points 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: - Provide training - Safe Work at Height Training (for Site Operatives) and Rescue & Evacuation Training at height; and - Ad hoc / reactive services / works.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Options: In line with 72 - Modification of Contracts During their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases.

Renewal: The contract duration is 24-months, with the option to extend for up to an additional two 12-month periods. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to utilise the extension periods at its discretion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827092
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552481
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

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
£402,981 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£402,981 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Yes, it is envisaged that when this Contract comes to an end that the Contracting Authority will tender this requirement again - a Contract Notice is expected to be published in c. March 2030.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Strathclyde
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XU
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=MAR552481
    Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2025-29) - The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a Contract for the Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2025-29) (UOS-36989-2025).

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