---
title: "PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d715"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
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# PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d715

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has initiated the PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events. This procurement process, using a competitive procedure with negotiation, falls under the industry category of Food, Beverages, Tobacco, and Related Products and is specifically classified under the CPV code 15000000. Located in Glasgow, UKM82, the initial tender stage was active with submission deadlines closing on 1st December 2025, 12:00 PM. The framework agreement is designed for a period of two years with the possibility of two extensions of 12 months each for events such as graduations, weddings, and other formal occasions. The procurement stage has now reached the award phase as of 18th May 2026, with a contract signed on 15th May 2026 for £600,000 GBP to suppliers including Bestway Wholesale and BFS Group Ltd T/A Bidfood.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the beverages sector, particularly those experienced with supplying distilled and spirituous beverages for large-scale events. The competitive procurement process, structured for efficiency in evaluation stages, calls for suppliers with strong capabilities in meeting diverse service requirements, customer service, sustainability, and value addition. Ideal candidates are larger businesses with the capability to manage large-scale supply needs and associated logistics, evidenced by insurance and financial requirements, including a minimum yearly turnover of £300,000 and suitable liability insurances. Access to electronic submission ensures streamlined participation for a wider pool of suppliers, promoting competitive pricing and innovation within the procurement market.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events for the period of Two Years with Two options to extend for 12 months each.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award for PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events for the period of Two Years with Two options to extend for 12 months each.

Renewal: Two options to extend for 12 months each

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045375-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 May 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £600,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BESTWAY WHOLESALE; BFS GROUP LTD T/A BIDFOOD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 15910000 - Distilled alcoholic beverages
- 15911000 - Spirituous beverages

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 13:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045375-2026
- 30 Oct 2025 at 12:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069713-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814315
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00108

## Provenance

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