This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Summary of the contracting process

Robert Gordon University, located in Aberdeen, conducted an open procedure procurement process to appoint an experienced Facilities Management (FM) Consultant to aid in developing their FM service delivery strategy. The procurement, classified under the education sector, was conducted with specific criteria focusing on suitability and technical qualifications in higher education. The procurement period ended on 13th July 2026, with the subsequent contract awarded to The Litmus Partnership Limited on 30th July 2026. This initiative, amounting to £98,140, involved advisory, technical, and procurement support, and emphasised a two-year contract, extendable by 24 months if required for mobilising a new contract.

This tender presents substantial business growth prospects for firms experienced in facilities management within the educational sector, particularly those familiar with advisory roles and strategic service delivery. With a focus on established companies with a proven track record of working in higher education, organisations skilled in professional advisory and technical support will find this opportunity aligning with their capabilities. Membership of IWFM or equivalent, as well as demonstrable institutional and project team experience, was essential, positioning this tender as ideal for entities prepared to offer comprehensive FM consultancy services. The procurement promoted electronic submissions and payment, urging technologically adept businesses to participate actively.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

FM Consultancy

Notice Description

Robert Gordon University seeks to appoint an experienced Facilities Management (FM) Consultant to provide professional advisory, technical, and procurement support in relation to the future FM service delivery strategy

Lot Information

Lot 1

Robert Gordon University seeks to appoint an experienced Facilities Management (FM) Consultant to provide professional advisory, technical, and procurement support in relation to the future FM service delivery strategy

Renewal: maximum 24months extension if required to assist in mobilisation of new contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832455
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561223
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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


CPV Codes

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£98,140 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20261 weeks 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
ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB10 7FY
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Airyhall/Broomhill/Garthdee
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE LITMUS PARTNERSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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