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title: "Residential & Business Services: Pest Control"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000791536"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS"
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# Residential & Business Services: Pest Control

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000791536

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## Summary

The University of St Andrews is undergoing an active tendering process for the provision of Residential & Business Services: Pest Control, including both preventative and reactive measures for its Estates, Residential, and Catering Services. This opportunity is categorised under the services industry and specifically focuses on pest control across the university's estate in St Andrews, UK (region UKM72). The procurement method employed is an open procedure requiring electronic submissions no later than 1st April 2025 at 12:00 PM. The procurement documents detail the comprehensive scope of services including regular inspections and treatments, and ad hoc specialist measures for various pests. Award decisions will commence on the same day, 1st April 2025.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in pest control, particularly those with experience in educational and residential settings. Suitable contenders are expected to be appropriately licensed and ideally members of recognised bodies such as the British Pest Control Association or the National Pest Technicians Association. Companies adept at managing large-scale pest control across varied environments, including kitchens and sports facilities, would find this contract especially fitting. Winning this contract can enhance a business's portfolio and facilitate long-term relationships with a prestigious institution like the University of St Andrews, given the likelihood of recurring need for these services.

## Notice

The University of St Andrews is seeking a supplier for preventative and reactive pest control for its Estates, Residential & Catering Services. The contractor and its staff will be appropriately licenced, trained and qualified and able to demonstrate they are experienced in the delivery of such requirements. Ideally the contractor will be a member if the British Pest Control Association, National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) or an equivalent body.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Estates Pest control services (rodents and insects) - Ad hoc rodent treatments (external bait stations): in certain locations, external bait stations are present where rats have been identified in the past. - Ad hoc wasp, bee and moth infestations: occasional infestations occur and will be treated as and when required and charged separately. - Ad hoc treatments for cockroaches, ants, silverfish, firebrat, stored product insects and casual intruders, including general inspection of the premises and cleaning and carrying out of any treatment required to keep premises pest-free. - Ad hoc treatments for rabbits in specific locations following University guidance on when and how this work is undertaken. - Sports pavilion kitchen - fly trap & rodent baiting as per residence kitchens. Residential Services - To encompass all residential sites at the University, including catered and self-catered halls and direct lease flats. - Ad hoc inspections for and treatments of rodent (external bait stations): in certain locations, external bait stations are present where rats have been identified in the past. - Ad hoc wasp, bee and moth infestations: occasional infestations occur and will be treated as and when required and charged separately. - Ad hoc inspection and treatments for cockroaches, ants, silverfish, firebrat, stored product insects and casual intruders, including general inspection of the premises and cleaning and carrying out of treatment (s) required to keep premises pest-free. - Ad hoc inspections for and treatments of bedbugs (per room). Occasional infestations of bed bugs may occur. Catering Services Electronic fly killer servicing - 4 service / maintenance visits per annum at intervals to be agreed by the university for each fly killer. Routine service visits / inspections to include: - All units are checked in location for full operation. - Catch tray is removed, contents are checked then emptied then catch tray is washed and disinfected. - Outer grilles, electric grid and ultra-violet tubes are cleaned thoroughly. - Unit is de-greased and made clean. - Unit is re-assembled and checked for full operation. - Ultra-violet tubes replaced annually. Pest control services (rodents and insects) 8 routine service visits/inspections and treatments per annum, per unit, at intervals to be agreed by the university. Ad hoc rodent treatments (external bait stations): in certain locations, external bait stations are present where rats have been identified in the past. 8 routine service visits / inspections and treatments per annum, per unit. Routine service visits / inspections to include: - Check for rats, mice, cockroaches, ants, silverfish, firebrat, stored product insects and casual intruders in catering areas / external to kitchens. - A general inspection of the premises. - Cleaning and carrying out of any treatment required to keep premises pest-free. Fly screen windows Checking and cleaning of fly screen windows, 4 routine inspections and treatments / service visits per annum at intervals to be agreed with the university. Full details stated in the Procurement documents

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524738 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | The university is likely to continue to need these services. If the requirement requires to advertise a future requirement, it will be approximately 4 months before the start of a new contract. |

## 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 ST ANDREWS |
| Locality | GUARDBRIDGE |
| Post town | Kirkcaldy |
| Postcode | KY16 0US |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife |
| Local authority | Fife |
| Electoral ward | Tay Bridgehead |
| Westminster constituency | North East Fife |
| Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524738

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524738
  Residential & Business Services: Pest Control - The University of St Andrews is seeking a supplier for preventative and reactive pest control for its Estates, Residential & Catering Services. The contractor and its staff will be appropriately licenced, trained and qualified and able to demonstrate they are experienced in the delivery of such requirements. Ideally the contractor will be a member if the British Pest Control Association, National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) or an equivalent body.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/staff/money/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000791536
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews/aspx/Home
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=791536
- https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/media/procurement/supplier-registration-portal.pdf

## Provenance

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