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27 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen is inviting proposals for a contract involving ad hoc removals services, classified under the industry category "Education" and CPV code 98392000. The location for this project is the UKM50 region, specifically in Aberdeen. This tender, operating under an open procedure, is currently in the tender stage, and interested parties must submit their proposals electronically by 26th August 2026 at 12:00 PM. The contract is set to commence on 1st October 2026 and will initially last for three years, with potential extensions of up to five additional years, contingent upon annual reviews and mutual agreement.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in removals and logistics services, especially those capable of servicing an educational institution like the University of Aberdeen. Companies with expertise in providing high-quality service, as indicated by the award criteria focusing 75% on technical quality, will be well-suited to compete. Additionally, businesses looking to expand their footprint in the Scottish procurement market or establish strong relations with educational institutions will find this contract beneficial for strategic growth.

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Notice Title

Ad Hoc Removals Services - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

This is an invitation to submit a proposal to enter into a contract for the provision of ad hoc removals services with the University of Aberdeen.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is an invitation to submit a proposal to enter into a contract for the provision of ad hoc removals services with the University of Aberdeen

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract agreement will be effective from 1st October 2026 for an initial period of 3 years with the option to extend for 5 further periods, each of 12 months subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838399
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560974
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98392000 - Relocation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 20263 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
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

UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN

Further Information

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