Tender

Invitation to Quote for the Servicing and Leasing of Student Accommodation in Kirkwall

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council has initiated a procurement process titled "Invitation to Quote for the Servicing and Leasing of Student Accommodation in Kirkwall." Classified under Housing and Community Amenities, the contract involves the co-ordination and management of five two-bed housing units for student accommodation in Kirkwall, Orkney. This service contract, valued at £44,000, will span over four years with a possible 12-month extension. The procurement is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 5th May 2026, and the award process scheduled to start on the same date. The procurement follows an open procedure, and submissions must be made electronically via the specified portal.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses involved in property management and student accommodation services. Companies with expertise in housing management and a track record of servicing similar contracts are well-positioned to compete. The potential for a multi-year engagement, along with a renewal option, provides room for steady revenue streams for the successful bidder. Organisational compliance with the electronic submission requirement and a focus on on-time delivery will be crucial for participants aiming to secure this contract with the Orkney Islands Council.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Quote for the Servicing and Leasing of Student Accommodation in Kirkwall

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for the co-ordination and management for five units of 2 bed housing in Kirkwall, Orkney for student accommodation for a period of 4 years (3 year initial period plus 1 x 12 month extension).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority has a requirement for the co-ordination and management of five 2 bed housing units in Kirkwall, Orkney for student accommodation for a period of 4 years (3 year initial term plus 1 x 12 month extension).

Renewal: 1 x 12 month extension available subject to satisfactory performance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829210
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553702
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

70 - Real estate services

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

70333000 - Housing services

75123000 - Administrative housing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£44,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 May 2026 - 24 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
March 2030

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Further Information

Notice Documents

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