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Tender

28 May 2026 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Caledonian University is currently in the tender stage for an open procurement process titled "Air Conditioning-Cooling Plant Maintenance and Repair (GCU)," focusing on services within the education sector. The contract requires maintenance and repair services at the Glasgow Caledonian University premises located in Glasgow, UKM82. Key deadlines include the submission of electronic tenders by 1 July 2026 at 12:00 p.m., with the award period commencing immediately thereafter. The procurement process is governed by an open procedure, allowing a wide range of potential suppliers to participate, with the procurement method encouraging transparency and competitiveness. The contract is to start on 1 November 2026 and will run until 31 October 2029, with potential extensions of up to two additional years, contingent on performance and university requirements.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in air conditioning and cooling system services to establish or expand their presence in the educational sector. Companies equipped with certified engineers possessing ACRIB or equivalent certifications, and the ability to service stationary equipment containing F gas, will find this project particularly attractive. Additionally, having solid insurance coverage and recent relevant experience is crucial. The contract calls for technical expertise, with a preference for firms that can showcase a track record of similar contracts. As electronic submission is mandated, businesses capable of adapting to digital bidding processes will benefit. The open procedure aspect of this procurement introduces a competitive environment, making it an excellent opportunity to secure a foothold in servicing university-level institutions in Scotland.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Air Conditioning-Cooling Plant Maintenance and Repair (GCU)

Notice Description

Air Conditioning-Cooling Plant Maintenance and Repair

Lot Information

Lot 1

Air Conditioning-Cooling Plant Maintenance and Repair

Renewal: The University reserves the right to extend the Contract for a further 2x12 month periods (subject to satisfactory performance and continued University requirements)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832927
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556793
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50730000 - Repair and maintenance services of cooler groups

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
The next notice will be published when this contract is due to expire.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Glasgow Caledonian University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0BA
Postcode Area
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
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

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