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31 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Aberdeen has initiated a public procurement process for the provision of wine supplies, primarily for large events such as graduations, weddings, and funerals. This tender, under the title "Provision of Wine Supplies - University of Aberdeen", falls under the Education category within the region of Aberdeen (UKM50). The procurement stage is currently active at the tender phase, with key dates including the end of the tender period on 31st August 2026 and an award period commencing the same day. This open procurement method involves electronic submission and is governed by an open procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for suppliers of wine and related goods who can offer reliable and timely deliveries, including same-day services. Businesses that are well-suited to compete are those with existing capacity for consistent bulk order fulfilments and the ability to engage in long-term contracts, given the potential for five optional one-year extensions. Participating bidders stand to gain a valuable partnership with the University of Aberdeen, thereby enhancing their portfolio and opening doors to future collaborations within the educational sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Wine Supplies - University of Aberdeen

Notice Description

The University of Aberdeen requires the provision of wine, primarily for large events such as graduations, weddings, and funerals etc. Note that some same day deliveries will be required. Further information is in the Invitation To Tender document.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Aberdeen requires the provision of wine, primarily for large events such as graduations, weddings, and funerals etc. Note that some same day deliveries will be required. Further information is in the Invitation To Tender document.

Renewal: 5 x optional 1 year extensions subject to performance and mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838886
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561404
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15930000 - Wines

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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