Tender

UHI Perth - Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services

UHI PERTH

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Tender

20 May 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UHI Perth, located on Crieff Road in Perth, is inviting tenders for the provision of grounds maintenance services at their campus. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, following an open procedure that allows potential suppliers to submit their bids electronically. This opportunity falls under the Education industry category and is estimated at a value of £40,000. The tender process opened on 20th May 2026, with a submission deadline set for 22nd June 2026 at 12:00 noon. The successful contract is expected to commence shortly after with a bid opening scheduled on the same day at 2:00 PM. Suppliers interested in this contract can anticipate a potential contract period of up to 720 days with options for renewal for an additional two 12-month periods, subject to supplier performance.

This tender represents a substantial business growth opportunity for companies specialising in grounds maintenance services, particularly those that can demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver high-quality and reliable service. The contract's location in Perth and its extended duration make it an attractive opportunity for businesses looking to establish or strengthen their presence within the Scottish education sector. Companies with experience in educational facility maintenance and the capability to manage long-term contracts efficiently will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. With the opportunity for extensions based on performance, suppliers that prioritize client satisfaction and high standards of service have the potential to establish a long-term partnership with UHI Perth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UHI Perth - Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services

Notice Description

UHI Perth are seeking to enter into an agreement with a single supplier for the provision of grounds maintenance services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UHI Perth wish to secure a supplier to provide a reliable and efficient grounds maintenance service. Full details can be found in the attached Invitation to Tender document.

Renewal: x2 12 month extension periods will be available subject to supplier performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832474
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556237
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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
3-4 years from award of contract

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UHI PERTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 2NX
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City North
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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