Provision of Hire and Laundry Service of Bathrobes and Towels at the Glasgow International Arena, Refresh Spa

GLASGOW LIFE (CULTURE & SPORT GLASGOW)

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Tender

24 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Glasgow Life (Culture & Sport Glasgow) for the project titled "Provision of Hire and Laundry Service of Bathrobes and Towels at the Glasgow International Arena, Refresh Spa." This project falls under the 'services' category and is situated in Glasgow, within the UKM82 region. The procurement is currently at the 'tender' stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 14th August 2026. The contract's value is estimated at GBP 150,000 and the procurement method is an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions via the specified portal. The contract is set to begin on the same day submissions close, contingent upon the award decision.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the provision of hire and laundry services, particularly those capable of managing large-scale operations within a high-traffic environment like the Glasgow International Arena. Companies with a strong financial footing and the ability to meet rigorous insurance requirements are well-suited to compete for this contract. This opportunity also encourages businesses to offer community benefits such as local sponsorships and donations of materials to community projects, thereby supporting both business growth and local community engagement. The contract, initially lasting for 720 days, comes with the possibility of extension, which can further enhance long-term business prospects for the successful bidder.

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Notice Title

Provision of Hire and Laundry Service of Bathrobes and Towels at the Glasgow International Arena, Refresh Spa

Notice Description

The Provision of Hire and Laundry Service of Bathrobes and Towels at the Glasgow International Arena, Refresh Spa

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Provision of Hire and Laundry Service of Bathrobes and Towels at the Glasgow International Arena, Refresh Spa. Economic operators may be excluded from the competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015

Renewal: The contract may be extended for a further 24-months exercised at 12-month intervals

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837621
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560834
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20262 weeks to go
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLASGOW LIFE (CULTURE & SPORT GLASGOW)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1LH
Post Town
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 East

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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