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

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

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23 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is inviting tenders for an independent review of its Academic Quality Framework (AQF). The contract, lasting initially three months with an option to extend for a further three months, falls within the 'Education' category and is focused on quality assurance practices aligned with Scotland's Tertiary Quality Enhancement Framework (TQEF). Open to service providers under an open procedure, submissions must be electronically submitted via Public Contracts Scotland by the closing date on 13 April 2026. The University, located in Glasgow, seeks to evaluate the effectiveness and consistency of current academic controls and ensure compliance with regional standards.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for consultants specialising in academic quality assurance and educational frameworks. Suitable candidates would include consulting firms with expertise in higher education, particularly those with a strong track record in evaluating academic processes and models. The procurement process encourages participation from diverse groups including SMEs, supported businesses, and the third sector, fostering community benefits like employment and training initiatives. Service providers with robust professional indemnity insurance and experience in community-based projects will find this tender an excellent opportunity to expand their business within Scotland's educational sector.

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Notice Title

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

Notice Description

PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF) for the period of 3 months with the option to extend for 3 months. Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF) for the period of 3 months with the option to extend for 3 months. The University seeks to commission external consultants to undertake an independent review of the robustness, effectiveness, and maturity of its Academic Quality Framework (AQF) and related quality assurance and enhancement practices. The review should evaluate the adequacy of current controls, the consistency of implementation across the institution, and the alignment of our quality model with the requirements of Scotland's Tertiary Quality Enhancement Framework (TQEF). For specification please refer to PURCH2914 - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services.

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=MAR552269
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552269
    PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF) - PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF) for the period of 3 months with the option to extend for 3 months. Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

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