--- title: "PURCH2915 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Engineering Inspection Services and Plant Protection Policy" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069c42" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069c42" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069c42.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069c42.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW" published: "2026-05-19" --- # PURCH2915 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Engineering Inspection Services and Plant Protection Policy Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069c42 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069c42) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069c42.json) ## Summary The University of Glasgow is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Engineering Inspection Services and Plant Protection Policy. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on engineering insurance services. The location for the delivery is primarily the University of Glasgow sites within the UKM82 region. The current procurement stage is 'tender', with a submission deadline by 12:00 on 19th June 2026. This tender is being conducted using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of supplier submissions. Submissions must be electronic via Public Contracts Scotland's Postbox facility, and community benefits are included, such as employment and training opportunities. This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses in the engineering and insurance sectors, particularly those experienced in providing inspection services for plant and equipment. Companies with a strong track record in engineering insurance, possessing appropriate liability insurance coverages, and having a minimum annual turnover of £500,000 will be well-suited to compete in this tender. The scope to engage in vocational training, up-skill the workforce, and foster sub-contracting opportunities for SMEs and third-sector organisations makes it an attractive option for businesses aiming for growth through community engagement and supply chain development. ## Notice PURCH2915 Provision of Framework Agreement for the Provision of Engineering Inspection Services and Plant Protection Policy for the period of three (3) years with the option to extend for Two (2) x Twelve (12) months. This procurement process is being conducted using the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN) in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 30 of the PC(S)R 2015. Although this procurement is being conducted under the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation (CPN), it is structured differently from a typical CPN process. This approach has been adopted to enhance the efficiency of evaluating supplier responses across both stages (SPD and ITT). Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx ### Lot Information Lot 1 PURCH2915 Provision of Framework Agreement for the Provision of Engineering Inspection Services and Plant Protection Policy for the period of three (3) years with the option to extend for Two (2) x Twelve (12) months. The University wishes to appoint an Engineering Inspection Services and Plant Protection Policy for its key plant and equipment at the various University of Glasgow sites as contained within the current asset register to allow the University to comply with statutory regulations and, where applicable carry this out in accordance with any written scheme of examination. For detailed specification please see PURCH2915 Specification Renewal: Option to extend for Two (2) x Twelve (12) months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045903-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66519200 - Engineering insurance services ## Release History - 19 May 2026 at 15:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045903-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.gla.ac.uk/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832398 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=832398 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00108 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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