--- title: "Pest Control Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH" published: "2026-04-16" --- # Pest Control Services Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555.json) ## Summary The University of Edinburgh, located in Edinburgh, UK, is actively seeking pest control services to ensure both preventative and reactive measures are in place across its extensive facilities. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, invites bids for managing pest control within accommodation, catering, events, offices, and teaching areas across the university. The tender is categorised under the Education industry and emphasises an open procurement method. Bidders are encouraged to submit their proposals electronically by 14 May 2026, when the tender period concludes and the award decision will commence. This expansive project involves two lots, each with unique specifications regarding the premises involved, and ensures compliance with Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) where applicable. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in pest control services, offering potential for substantial growth due to its comprehensive scope and the University's large estate. Firms with a proven track record in technical quality and competitive pricing will find this procurement attractive, with evaluations based on 60% technical and 40% commercial criteria. Companies intending to bid must meet specific financial and technical requirements, including financial ratios and insurance obligations, while also demonstrating past experience in similar projects. The structured competitive process, with the possibility of a long-term contract and extension options, makes it an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the educational sector in Edinburgh. ## Notice The University of Edinburgh requires a pest control service to provide preventative and reactive service delivery to eradicate infestation of pests across the University estate and proof against future infestation. This will include but not be limited to accommodation, catering and events areas, offices and teaching areas. Bidders can bid for one or both Lots but can only be appointed to one lot. Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 ("TUPE") may apply to this contract. The University will evaluate the ITT submissions of all bidders who pass the SPD stage. The ITT will be weighted at 60% Technical and 40% Commercial. The weightings of each technical question will be detailed within the ITT. Technical Scores shall be allocated based on the total percentage achieved by the response out of the maximum possible percentage. This takes into account the score out of 4 and the weighting allocated to individual questions. For example, if a question is weighted 10% and your submission scores 3 points out of 4 for that question then you will receive 7.5% out of a possible 10%. For the Commercial evaluation, the Bidder who submits the lowest-cost bid will be awarded the maximum score and others will be awarded a pro rata score in relation to the lowest bid. The technical and commercial scores for each Lot will then be combined to give each bidder an overall total score and to calculate the top scoring bidder. Bidders can choose to bid for either one or both Lots. Where a bidder opts to bid for both Lots, they will need to state their preference between Lot 1 and Lot 2. The top scoring bidder will be appointed to each Lot, however, UoE will not appoint the same bidder to both Lot 1 and Lot 2. Should the same bidder top score for both Lot 1 and Lot 2, they will be appointed to their preferred Lot. For the other remaining Lot (the top scoring bidder's non-preferred Lot), the second-ranked Bidder will be appointed ### Lot Information Accommodation, Catering and Events The University of Edinburgh are seeking suppliers to provide a range of pest control services across it's accommodation, catering and events premisis. Accommodation, Catering and Events (incorporating UoE Hospitality Collection) provides a comprehensive range of accommodation, conference, event and catering services for students and staff across the University and for all types of visitors to the University. Currently there are 9100 beds for students, staff and visitors and a combination of halls of residence such as Pollock Halls and private lets. Most beds are situated within a 5 mile radius of each campus. There are numerous catering and bar facilities located with-in 8 campuses. There are a range of venues in 16 different locations within the City of Edinburgh, including 2 nurseries located at Kings Buildings and Easter Bush Campus. Services include both proactive and reactive maintenance. Options: 10.1. The Contract may be modified during its term without the need for a new procurement procedure, in accordance with the provisions of all applicable laws and regulations. Modifications may include, but are not limited to: (i) Price Reviews: Adjustments to prices in accordance with predefined terms or based on market conditions, provided such modifications are within the scope of the original contract or Framework Agreement. (ii) Additional Goods, Services, or Works: If additional goods, services, or works become necessary for the proper execution of the contract or framework agreement, and such goods, services, or works are of a nature consistent with the original agreement, they may be procured without initiating a new procurement procedure (iii) Changes in Scope: Modifications to the scope of works, services, or goods may occur where the initial scope proves to be more extensive than originally anticipated, provided that the nature of the contract or Framework Agreement remains fundamentally unchanged. Including but not limited to adding or removing sites to/from either lot. Renewal: Two options to extend for periods of 1 year each (2+1+1) Estates The University estate includes a range of building types, including office setting and laboratories across Edinburgh and Midlothian. The University requires a contractor to provide pest services across over 200 buildings. Services will include reactive and proactive vists. Options: 10.1. The Contract may be modified during its term without the need for a new procurement procedure, in accordance with the provisions of all applicable laws and regulations. Modifications may include, but are not limited to: (i) Price Reviews: Adjustments to prices in accordance with predefined terms or based on market conditions, provided such modifications are within the scope of the original contract or Framework Agreement. (ii) Additional Goods, Services, or Works: If additional goods, services, or works become necessary for the proper execution of the contract or framework agreement, and such goods, services, or works are of a nature consistent with the original agreement, they may be procured without initiating a new procurement procedure (iii) Changes in Scope: Modifications to the scope of works, services, or goods may occur where the initial scope proves to be more extensive than originally anticipated, provided that the nature of the contract or Framework Agreement remains fundamentally unchanged. Including but not limited to adding or removing sites to/from either lot. Renewal: Two options to extend for periods of 1 year each. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554043 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract 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 | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 14 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 12 Jan 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £570,659 | | 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 EDINBURGH | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH1 1HT | | 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 | City Centre | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh | | Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 77231200 - Forest pest control services - 90922000 - Pest-control services ## Release History - 16 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554043 - 11 Nov 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543319 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543319&idx=1 11th November 2025 - Pest Control Services RFI - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543319 Pest Control Services - The University of Edinburgh are seeking suppliers to provide a range of pest control services across a wide range of settings in the University estate. As part of the early development process for the University is seeking views and information from the market. This Request for Supplier Information (RFI) aims to gather insight from potential suppliers on the topics outlined below to help shape the University's future procurement strategy for these services. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554043 Pest Control Services - The University of Edinburgh requires a pest control service to provide preventative and reactive service delivery to eradicate infestation of pests across the University estate and proof against future infestation. This will include but not be limited to accommodation, catering and events areas, offices and teaching areas. Bidders can bid for one or both Lots but can only be appointed to one lot. Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 ("TUPE") may apply to this contract. The University will evaluate the ITT submissions of all bidders who pass the SPD stage. The ITT will be weighted at 60% Technical and 40% Commercial. The weightings of each technical question will be detailed within the ITT. Technical Scores shall be allocated based on the total percentage achieved by the response out of the maximum possible percentage. This takes into account the score out of 4 and the weighting allocated to individual questions. For example, if a question is weighted 10% and your submission scores 3 points out of 4 for that question then you will receive 7.5% out of a possible 10%. For the Commercial evaluation, the Bidder who submits the lowest-cost bid will be awarded the maximum score and others will be awarded a pro rata score in relation to the lowest bid. The technical and commercial scores for each Lot will then be combined to give each bidder an overall total score and to calculate the top scoring bidder. Bidders can choose to bid for either one or both Lots. Where a bidder opts to bid for both Lots, they will need to state their preference between Lot 1 and Lot 2. The top scoring bidder will be appointed to each Lot, however, UoE will not appoint the same bidder to both Lot 1 and Lot 2. Should the same bidder top score for both Lot 1 and Lot 2, they will be appointed to their preferred Lot. For the other remaining Lot (the top scoring bidder's non-preferred Lot), the second-ranked Bidder will be appointed ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.ed.ac.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/68987734019D85FACEE1 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815555.json.