---
title: "PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000814315"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2026-05-18"
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# PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000814315

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has successfully concluded the competitive procurement process for the 'PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events'. This framework agreement, aimed at the education sector, particularly caters to events such as graduations, weddings, and other ceremonial occasions held within the UKM82 region. Carried out using a selective procurement method, the contract has been awarded under a competitive procedure with negotiation. The initial contract term is two years, with the possibility of two 12-month extensions, and it was officially signed on the 15th of May 2026. The estimated contract value stands at £600,000 GBP, marking its significance in terms of potential business opportunities for suppliers in the goods category.

This tender creates significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses involved in the supply of alcoholic beverages. Large suppliers like Bestway Wholesale and BFS Group Ltd, who were successful in securing the contract, underline the scope for companies capable of meeting competitive quality and pricing criteria, with pricing accounting for 60% of the award decision. Given the structured nature of the procurement process, involving both selection and technical evaluations, businesses with a strong track record, particularly in high-volume supply chains, will find this an advantageous opportunity. The emphasis on electronic submissions and a transparent procurement framework means that even non-local large suppliers had an equal opportunity to compete for this contract, paving the way for more businesses to expand their market footprint in the Scottish public event services sector.

## 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 | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556051 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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 | 15 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 | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556051
- 30 Oct 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542362

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542362&idx=1
  30th October 2025 - PURCH2820 Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542362&idx=2
  30th October 2025 - PURCH2820 Schedule 1B - C&SRM Stakeholder Feedback Form Brief 0-5
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542362&idx=3
  30th October 2025 - PURCH2820 Schedule 1B - CODE OF CONDUCT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542362&idx=4
  30th October 2025 - PURCH2820 Schedule 1B - KPIs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542362&idx=5
  30th October 2025 - PURCH2820 Schedule 1C - Framework Agreement for Purchase of Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542362&idx=6
  30th October 2025 - PURCH2820 Schedule 1C- Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542362&idx=7
  30th October 2025 - PURCH2820 Schedule 1D - SPD Qualification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542362&idx=8
  30th October 2025 - PURCH2820 Schedule 2 Section 4 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542362
  PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events - 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. 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
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556051
  PURCH2820 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Alcohol for Events - 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.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- 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-r6ebe6-0000814315

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