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title: "PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000827264"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2026-06-10"
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# PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000827264

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the University of Glasgow, located at Procurement Office, Tay House, Glasgow, UKM82, pertains to the "PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University’s Academic Quality Framework (AQF)." This service-focused contract falls under the education industry category, and the procurement was executed through an open procedure method. The process has moved into the award stage, with Ailsa Crum Consulting Ltd as the supplier, subsequent to the opening of bids on 13th April 2026. The contract, valued at GBP 111,200, was signed on 28th May 2026 and remains active. The timeline indicated the tender stages closing in April 2026, and the contract arrangement was signed subsequently in late May, concluding the procurement cycle.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in educational frameworks and quality assessments. Enterprises that excel in independent reviews and aligning quality assurance practices with national requirements are particularly well-suited to compete. Organisations capable of delivering comprehensive evaluations of academic quality systems, especially those familiar with Scotland’s Tertiary Quality Enhancement Framework (TQEF), will find notable opportunities through such contracts. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged, given the contract award to an SME, highlighting inclusivity within the procurement process. The University of Glasgow prioritises robust community benefits, favouring firms that offer employment and up-skilling initiatives as part of their contractual engagements.

## Notice

Award of PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Award of PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)

Renewal: Option to extend for 3 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557702 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 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 | £111,200 |

## 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | AILSA CRUM CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557702
- 23 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552269

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552269&idx=2
  23rd March 2026 - PURCH2914 - SPD Qualification and Technical Combined
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552269&idx=3
  23rd March 2026 - PURCH2914 - Agreement for the Purchase of Goods and Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552269&idx=4
  23rd March 2026 - PURCH2914 - C&SRM KPI Template - Consultancy
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552269&idx=5
  23rd March 2026 - PURCH2914 - C&SRM Stakeholder Feedback Form Brief 0-5
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552269&idx=6
  23rd March 2026 - PURCH2914 - CODE OF CONDUCT - FINAL (Word)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552269&idx=7
  23rd March 2026 - PURCH2914 - Schedule 1C-Non-Compliance Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR552269&idx=1
  23rd March 2026 - PURCH2914 - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552269
  PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF) - PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF) for the period of 3 months with the option to extend for 3 months. 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=JUN557702
  PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF) - Award of PURCH2914 Provision of Contract Agreement for Independent Review of the University's Academic Quality Framework (AQF)

## 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-r6ebe6-0000827264
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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