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Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409

SRUC

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

06 Jul 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Tender

17 Jun 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC), based in Edinburgh, is currently progressing through the tender update stage for their procurement process entitled "Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409." This tender, focusing on service procurement, is pivotal for maintaining the operational and environmental standards across SRUC's extensive estate, which includes campuses and research facilities in locations such as Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, and Oatridge. An important amendment to note is the extension of the submission deadline to 24th July 2026. The open procurement process, managed by Claire Lorimer and valued at approximately £6.4 million, offers a substantial opportunity for service providers skilled in facilities management, particularly those familiar with educational and research environments, to engage with SRUC's diverse operational needs across the UKM region.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the cleaning services sector to expand their market footprint by partnering with a key educational institution. Companies specialising in large-scale multi-site cleaning operations, particularly those with experience in educational or agricultural environments, will find this tender an advantageous avenue to explore. Moreover, SRUC has a keen interest in maximising community benefits, which can be met by businesses that incorporate local employment, skills development, and community engagement initiatives as part of their service offerings. The tender not only promotes business growth through a long-term contract but also supports social value creation by benefiting the local communities surrounding SRUC campuses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409

Notice Description

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is a leading provider of education, research and consultancy supporting Scotland's land-based and natural economy. Its estate comprises a diverse range of campuses, farms, research centres, veterinary facilities and consultancy hubs, each with distinct operational and environmental requirements. SRUC operates across five principal campuses located in Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh (King's Buildings) and Oatridge, alongside a wider network of research farms, Veterinary Disease Surveillance Centres (DSCs) and Farm and Rural Business Services (FRBS) locations. Activities across these sites include agriculture, veterinary nursing, horticulture, environmental management, forestry and food production. Maintaining safe, hygienic and well-presented environments is critical to supporting SRUC's operations, regulatory compliance and the experience of students, staff and visitors. The Specification sets out the requirements for the provision of cleaning and associated services across the SRUC estate.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is a leading provider of education, research and consultancy supporting Scotland's land-based and natural economy. Its estate comprises a diverse range of campuses, farms, research centres, veterinary facilities and consultancy hubs, each with distinct operational and environmental requirements. SRUC operates across five principal campuses located in Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh (King's Buildings) and Oatridge, alongside a wider network of research farms, Veterinary Disease Surveillance Centres (DSCs) and Farm and Rural Business Services (FRBS) locations. Activities across these sites include agriculture, veterinary nursing, horticulture, environmental management, forestry and food production. Maintaining safe, hygienic and well-presented environments is critical to supporting SRUC's operations, regulatory compliance and the experience of students, staff and visitors. The Specification sets out the requirements for the provision of cleaning and associated services across the SRUC estate.

Options: Associated Services may be added to the contract as required.

Renewal: The Contract will commence on or around 5 October 2026 for a period of 3 years with the possibility of 2 one-year extensions by mutual agreement. Renewal will follow.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559525
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90910000 - Cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2030

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SRUC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 3JG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Further Information

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