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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has successfully completed an open procurement process to award a contract for cleaning and janitorial supplies, under the title "Award of contract for Cleaning and Janitorial Supplies - University of Aberdeen". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on the education sector. The contract is a direct award to the top-ranked supplier following the APUC framework. The process reached the award and contract stage, with the contract valued at £1,300,000, having been signed on 9th June 2026. The delivery location is specified as Aberdeen, within the UKM50 region.

This procurement creates significant opportunities for businesses in the cleaning and janitorial industry, particularly those familiar with public sector frameworks like APUC. Large enterprises, like Bunzl CHS, which have been awarded this contract, demonstrate the potential for growth through alignment with the demands of large institutions such as universities. The open procedure method used in this procurement process might appeal to businesses looking to expand their footprint in the educational sector by delivering comprehensive supplies and services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of contract for Cleaning and Janitorial Supplies - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

Direct award to top ranked supplier in accordance with APUC framework for cleaning & janitorial products lot 1 JAN1011 AP

Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct award to top ranked supplier in accordance with APUC framework for cleaning & janitorial products lot 1 JAN1011 AP

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838349
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560873
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39830000 - Cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,300,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB24 3FX
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
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUNZL CHS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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