--- title: "Provision of Horticultural Training & Associated Services (2026-30)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823991" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823991" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823991.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823991.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE" published: "2026-02-24" --- # Provision of Horticultural Training & Associated Services (2026-30) Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823991 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823991) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000823991.json) ## Summary The University of Strathclyde, located in Glasgow, UK, plans to establish a contract for the provision of horticultural training and associated services from 2026 to 2030. Categorised under the services industry, this procurement is in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 9th March 2026. The procurement process, initiated via a Prior Information Notice, outlines the delivery at the university and has a projected value of £150,000. Interested parties must register their interest by 12 noon on 4th March 2026. This tender offers a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in horticultural training and educational services. Companies with expertise in delivering accredited industry training certification, such as Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) courses, pesticide courses, and safe operation of various machinery, are encouraged to compete. The contract entails providing bespoke training courses that adhere to current legislation and certifications. The tender is well-suited for suppliers with a proven track record in vocational training, making it an ideal chance for growth within the educational and horticultural sectors. ## Notice This Prior Information Notice (PIN) relates to a project to establish a Contract for the Provision of Horticultural Training & Associated Services (2026-30) (UOS-41610-2026). ### Lot Information Lot 1 The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a Contract to support the delivery of activities outlined below. This Contract will include, however, will not be limited to: - Engaging suppliers with proven experience in providing bespoke training courses which meet current Legislation, and accreditation approved industry training certification: - Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) courses in Sportsturf or Landscaping: - Pesticide Courses - PA1 Foundation Module / PA6 Handheld Applicators / PA2 Ground Crop Sprayer Mounted or Trailed: - Hand Held Equipment - Safe Use of Pedestrian Lawn Mowers / Safe Use of Hedge Cutters / Safe use of Brush Cutters/Strimmers / Safe Use of Abrasive Wheel and Stihl (or equivalent) Saw / Chainsaw Courses on Maintenance/Cross Cutting and Basic Felling: - Ride On Machinery - Safe Use of Ride on Mowers / Safe Use of Tractor with Loader and Attachments / Safe Use of All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) / 180-360 Excavator; and - Health & Safety - Manual Handling / Safe Work at Heights / Safe Use of Ladders / First Aid at Work. The Contract will be awarded on a sole supply basis, and its remit largely relates to Services.. Please note, the information contained within this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is subject to change. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550261 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 9 Mar 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G1 1XU | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East | | Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 77300000 - Horticultural services - 80511000 - Staff training services ## Release History - 24 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550261 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550261 Provision of Horticultural Training & Associated Services (2026-30) - This Prior Information Notice (PIN) relates to a project to establish a Contract for the Provision of Horticultural Training & Associated Services (2026-30) (UOS-41610-2026). ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.strath.ac.uk/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823991 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=823991 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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