In Country Manager - Pakistan (Student Recruitment)

ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

08 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Robert Gordon University is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process aimed at appointing an In-Country Manager based in Pakistan for student recruitment. The role also involves the development of new markets, initially in Kazakhstan, to bolster the university's international engagement. This service-related tender is valued at £120,000 and adheres to an open procedure with electronic submissions facilitated via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The tender period concludes on 24th June 2026, with the award expected to begin immediately thereafter. The position falls under the education category, with operations primarily centred in Pakistan.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational recruitment and international market development, particularly those with a focus on South Asia and Central Asia. Companies with experience in market development for higher education institutions will find this tender aligns well with their expertise, offering them a substantial platform for business expansion. The contract includes possibilities for renewal, potentially extending over two additional 12-month periods, making it an attractive prospect for long-term growth. Strong contenders would be those capable of scoring above 60% in the evaluation, paving their way to the interview stage and a potential partnership with a renowned university.

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Notice Title

In Country Manager - Pakistan (Student Recruitment)

Notice Description

This tender sets out the process for appointing an In-Country Manager based in Pakistan. The role will also encompass developing new markets--initially Kazakhstan--to support Robert Gordon University's international engagement and student recruitment goals

Lot Information

Lot 1

This tender sets out the process for appointing an In-Country Manager based in Pakistan. The role will also encompass developing new markets--initially Kazakhstan--to support Robert Gordon University's international engagement and student recruitment goals. It must be noted that only bidders who score above 30/50 (60%) , will be taken through to the interview stage

Renewal: Potential for extending the contract by two 12 month periods. Please note contract value includes extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834074
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557523
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2026Expired
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
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
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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