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29 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Robert Gordon University, located in Aberdeen, is currently in the tender stage for an "In Country Manager - India (Student Recruitment)" procurement. This initiative, categorised under the Education industry, aims to appoint a manager based in India to bolster the university's international engagement and student recruitment efforts. The procurement method is open, using an open procedure inviting electronic submissions. The tender submission deadline is set for 15th July 2026, after which the award process will commence. The key contact is George Sked, reachable via the university's provided communications channels.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses experienced in international university recruitment, especially those with at least three years of relevant experience. The role involves managing the university's student engagement strategies in India, offering a contract valued at £100,000 with potential for extensions. Businesses specialising in global educational recruitment consulting or equivalent services would find this tender particularly fitting. Moreover, firms that can demonstrate qualified personnel and strategic leadership in cross-border educational settings are encouraged to compete, amplifying their reach and impact in the educational sector.

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Notice Title

In Country Manager - India (Student Recruitment)

Notice Description

his tender sets out the process for appointing an In-Country Manager based in India. The role is 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 India. The role will support Robert Gordon University's international engagement and student recruitment goals. It is a MANDATORY requirement that potential bidders have a least 3 years experience in a similar role with an international university 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-r6ebe6-0000835380
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558968
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 20262 weeks to go
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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