--- title: "Security Services - Residential & Business Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000832577" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832577" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832577.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832577.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS" published: "2026-06-19" --- # Security Services - Residential & Business Services Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000832577 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832577) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000832577.json) ## Summary The University of St Andrews is currently in the tender update stage for its procurement of security services, aimed at enhancing the safety, security, and welfare of residents and guests within its Residential & Business Services portfolio. Located at the Walter Bower House, Eden Campus in Guardbridge, the university is seeking qualified security companies to manage services across its student and guest accommodation. This open procedure contract falls under the services category, with ID number "JUN558313". The procurement method is electronic submission through the eTendering System (InTend). Notably, the deadline for submissions has been extended to 29th June 2026, from the initially scheduled 25th June. Key activities will include the provision of a professional, reliable, and customer-focused service throughout various accommodation settings. The tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in security services, particularly those experienced in managing large portfolios and collaborating with internal response teams. Companies well-versed in deploying fully vetted security personnel, and equipped to handle reception duties, active patrols, and incident management, would find this contract highly suitable. The possibilities for contract renewal, contingent on satisfactory performance, further enhance the appeal for businesses seeking long-term partnerships. With a requirement for technologically adept firms capable of electronic submission and invoicing, this tender aligns well with firms committed to integrating tech-driven solutions in traditional security roles. ## Notice The University of St Andrews' Residential & Business Services (RBS) team invites submissions from suitably qualified and experienced security companies for the provision of security services across its residential accommodation portfolio. The contract will cover term-time student accommodation, winter shutdown periods, and summer guest and conference accommodation. The successful contractor will deliver a professional, reliable, and customer focused service with appropriately trained and vetted security personnel that supports the safety, security, and welfare of residents and guests while working collaboratively with RBS staff and the RBS Security & Response Team. ### Lot Information Lot 1 RBS invites submissions from suitably qualified and experienced security companies for the provision of security services across its residential accommodation portfolio. The contract will cover term-time student accommodation, winter shutdown periods, and summer guest and conference accommodation. The successful contractor will deliver a professional, reliable, and customer focused service with appropriately trained and vetted security personnel that supports the safety, security, and welfare of residents and guests while working collaboratively with RBS staff and the RBS Security & Response Team. Services will include but are not limited to: Reception cover and active patrols Responding to incidents, alarms, and resident enquiries Monitoring building integrity and fire systems Supporting students and guests in a customer-facing environment Full details available in the procurement documents.. All tenders for the University of St Andrews are administered through our eTendering System (InTend).To Express an Interest please go to our tender website at https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews Please note that 'Notes of Interest' placed via PCS (Public Contracts Scotland) are not automatically accepted Renewal: 2 x 12 months possible subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558313 | | Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum | | Procurement type | Standard | | 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 | 19 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | It is likely the University will continue to have similar requirements. If so, any relevant procurement will be advertised approx. 6 months prior to any new contract requirement. | ## 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 - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79710000 - Security services ## Release History - 19 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558313 - 25 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556497 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556497 Security Services - Residential & Business Services - The University of St Andrews' Residential & Business Services (RBS) team invites submissions from suitably qualified and experienced security companies for the provision of security services across its residential accommodation portfolio. The contract will cover term-time student accommodation, winter shutdown periods, and summer guest and conference accommodation. The successful contractor will deliver a professional, reliable, and customer focused service with appropriately trained and vetted security personnel that supports the safety, security, and welfare of residents and guests while working collaboratively with RBS staff and the RBS Security & Response Team. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=832577 - http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/staf/procurement/ - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832577 - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews - https://intendhost.co.uk/universityofstandrews ## 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-r6ebe6-0000832577. 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