--- title: "PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c45a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c45a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c45a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c45a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW" published: "2026-07-06" --- # PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c45a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c45a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c45a.json) ## Summary The University of Glasgow is leading a public procurement process for the PURCH2736 Framework aimed at sourcing Grounds Consumables and Tools. The procurement falls under the industry category of "Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products" and is focused on the UKM82 region. The tender is currently at the tender stage with submissions invited electronically by 6th August 2026. The procurement employs a Competitive Procedure with Negotiation and is structured to enhance efficiency in evaluating supplier offers. Key elements of this framework include various lots addressing specific needs such as top dressing, plant supplements, tools and equipment across a two-year period, with renewal options available. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the agricultural and grounds maintenance sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), third-sector organisations, and supported businesses can particularly benefit from this procurement, as the framework explicitly seeks to involve these groups. The contract's focus on community benefits, such as employment and training opportunities, positions businesses to not only expand their market reach but also contribute positively to local economies and social initiatives. The flexible nature of this procurement, with various lots covering diverse product needs, allows for a broad range of businesses to participate and potentially be part of an impactful supply chain development initiative. ## Notice PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools 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 2 - Provision of Top Dressing, Grass Seeds, Plant Supplements, Lining Paint, and Fertilisers PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools for the Period of Two Years with the Option to Extend for Two Periods of up to Twelve Months Each Lot 2 - Provision of Top Dressing, Grass Seeds, Plant Supplements, Lining Paint, and Fertilisers The University intend to implement a ranked multi supplier Framework consisting of six Lots with a maximum of two Suppliers awarded to each for the Provision of Grounds Consumables, and Tools. Please refer to the 'PURCH2736 - Schedule 1A - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services' for further details and specification. 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). Renewal: Extension of 2 x 12 months Lot 3 - Provision of Lances and Herbicides (Plant Protection Products PPPs) PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools for the Period of Two Years with the Option to Extend for Two Periods of up to Twelve Months Each Lot 3 - Provision of Lances and Herbicides (Plant Protection Products PPPs) The University intend to implement a ranked multi supplier Framework consisting of six Lots with a maximum of two Suppliers awarded to each for the Provision of Grounds Consumables, and Tools. Please refer to the 'PURCH2736 - Schedule 1A - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services' for further details and specification. 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). Renewal: Extension of 2 x 12 months Lot 4 - Provision of Tools and Equipment PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools for the Period of Two Years with the Option to Extend for Two Periods of up to Twelve Months Each Lot 4 - Provision of Tools and Equipment The University intend to implement a ranked multi supplier Framework consisting of six Lots with a maximum of two Suppliers awarded to each for the Provision of Grounds Consumables, and Tools. Please refer to the 'PURCH2736 - Schedule 1A - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services' for further details and specification. 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). Renewal: Extension of 2 x 12 months Lot 5 - Provision of Bedding, Trees, Christmas Trees, Shrubs, Wildflowers and Bulbs PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools for the Period of Two Years with the Option to Extend for Two Periods of up to Twelve Months Each Lot 5 - Provision of Bedding, Trees, Christmas Trees, Shrubs, Wildflowers and Bulbs The University intend to implement a ranked multi supplier Framework consisting of six Lots with a maximum of two Suppliers awarded to each for the Provision of Grounds Consumables, and Tools. Please refer to the 'PURCH2736 - Schedule 1A - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services' for further details and specification. 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). Renewal: Extension of 2 x 12 months Lot 6 - Provision of Gritting Products PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools for the Period of Two Years with the Option to Extend for Two Periods of up to Twelve Months Each Lot 6 - Provision of Gritting Products The University intend to implement a ranked multi supplier Framework consisting of six Lots with a maximum of two Suppliers awarded to each for the Provision of Grounds Consumables, and Tools. Please refer to the 'PURCH2736 - Schedule 1A - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services' for further details and specification. 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). Renewal: Extension of 2 x 12 months Lot 1 - Provision of Soil, Compost, Bark and Mulching Materials for Horticultural, Arboricultural and Landscape Applications PURCH2736 Framework for the Provision of Grounds Consumables and Tools for the Period of Two Years with the Option to Extend for Two Periods of up to Twelve Months Each Lot 1 - Provision of Soil, Compost, Bark and Mulching Materials for Horticultural, Arboricultural and Landscape Applications The University intend to implement a ranked multi supplier Framework consisting of six Lots with a maximum of two Suppliers awarded to each for the Provision of Grounds Consumables, and Tools. Please refer to the 'PURCH2736 - Schedule 1A - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services' for further details and specification. 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). Renewal: 2 x 12 months renewal ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063218-2026 | | 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 | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Aug 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 - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 24 - Chemical products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) ### Codes - 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 03451000 - Plants - 24400000 - Fertilisers and nitrogen compounds - 34927100 - Road salt - 43325100 - Grounds-maintenance equipment - 44510000 - Tools ## Release History - 6 Jul 2026 at 13:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063218-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.gla.ac.uk/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000836071 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=836071 - 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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