--- title: "Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b694" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b694" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b694.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b694.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SRUC" published: "2026-06-17" --- # Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409 Buyer: SRUC Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b694 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b694) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b694.json) ## Summary Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is inviting tenders for the provision of outsourced cleaning and associated services, under the active procurement status "tender". This is an open procedure involving cleaning services across its diverse network of campuses and facilities located in Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh (King's Buildings), and Oatridge. The procurement process is currently at the tendering stage with submissions to be electronically sent by 17th July 2026. The contract is valued at GBP 6,400,000 and will commence on or around 5th October 2026 for three years, with potential extensions. This tender falls under the services category, specifically classified under CPV code 90910000 for cleaning services, and aims to maintain safe and hygienic environments crucial to SRUC’s operations. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the cleaning and facilities management sectors, particularly those that have a presence or can effectively operate in Scotland. Companies with a focus on providing reliable, comprehensive cleaning services, and those skilled in managing operations across educational and research facilities, will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, SRUC’s emphasis on community benefits means businesses able to engage with local initiatives, support employment, skills development, and contribute to community projects will stand out, aligning their operations with SRUC’s commitment to maximising social value through procurement. This approach could enhance business growth opportunities through strategic local partnerships and long-term client relationships. ## Notice Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is a leading provider of education, research and consultancy supporting Scotland's land-based and natural economy. Its estate comprises a diverse range of campuses, farms, research centres, veterinary facilities and consultancy hubs, each with distinct operational and environmental requirements. SRUC operates across five principal campuses located in Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh (King's Buildings) and Oatridge, alongside a wider network of research farms, Veterinary Disease Surveillance Centres (DSCs) and Farm and Rural Business Services (FRBS) locations. Activities across these sites include agriculture, veterinary nursing, horticulture, environmental management, forestry and food production. Maintaining safe, hygienic and well-presented environments is critical to supporting SRUC's operations, regulatory compliance and the experience of students, staff and visitors. The Specification sets out the requirements for the provision of cleaning and associated services across the SRUC estate. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is a leading provider of education, research and consultancy supporting Scotland's land-based and natural economy. Its estate comprises a diverse range of campuses, farms, research centres, veterinary facilities and consultancy hubs, each with distinct operational and environmental requirements. SRUC operates across five principal campuses located in Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh (King's Buildings) and Oatridge, alongside a wider network of research farms, Veterinary Disease Surveillance Centres (DSCs) and Farm and Rural Business Services (FRBS) locations. Activities across these sites include agriculture, veterinary nursing, horticulture, environmental management, forestry and food production. Maintaining safe, hygienic and well-presented environments is critical to supporting SRUC's operations, regulatory compliance and the experience of students, staff and visitors. The Specification sets out the requirements for the provision of cleaning and associated services across the SRUC estate. Options: Associated Services may be added to the contract as required. Renewal: The Contract will commence on or around 5 October 2026 for a period of 3 years with the possibility of 2 one-year extensions by mutual agreement. Renewal will follow. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056931-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | 2030 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,400,000 | | 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 | SRUC | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH9 3JG | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Southside/Newington | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90910000 - Cleaning services ## Release History - 17 Jun 2026 at 08:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056931-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.ukv - http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk - http://www.sruc.ac.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=834829 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=834829 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00021 - 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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