PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the University of Glasgow, located at Procurement Office, Tay House, Glasgow, UKM82, pertains to the "PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University’s Academic Quality Framework (AQF)." This service-focused contract falls under the education industry category, and the procurement was executed through an open procedure method. The process has moved into the award stage, with Ailsa Crum Consulting Ltd as the supplier, subsequent to the opening of bids on 13th April 2026. The contract, valued at GBP 111,200, was signed on 28th May 2026 and remains active. The timeline indicated the tender stages closing in April 2026, and the contract arrangement was signed subsequently in late May, concluding the procurement cycle.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in educational frameworks and quality assessments. Enterprises that excel in independent reviews and aligning quality assurance practices with national requirements are particularly well-suited to compete. Organisations capable of delivering comprehensive evaluations of academic quality systems, especially those familiar with Scotland’s Tertiary Quality Enhancement Framework (TQEF), will find notable opportunities through such contracts. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged, given the contract award to an SME, highlighting inclusivity within the procurement process. The University of Glasgow prioritises robust community benefits, favouring firms that offer employment and up-skilling initiatives as part of their contractual engagements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)

Notice Description

Award of PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)

Renewal: Option to extend for 3 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827264
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557702
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£111,200 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Post Town
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
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AILSA CRUM CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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