--- title: "Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SRUC" published: "2026-06-17" --- # Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409 Buyer: SRUC Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829.json) ## Summary Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is inviting tenders for the provision of outsourced cleaning and associated services, under the procurement title 'Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409'. This opportunity falls under the education industry category and targets services at various campuses across Scotland, including Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh, and Oatridge. The procurement process is in the tender stage, having commenced on 17th June 2026, and is set to close for submissions on 17th July 2026 at 12:00 PM. The open procurement method is utilized, emphasizing electronic submissions. The contract value is estimated at £6,400,000, and the buyer, SRUC, is committed to maintaining high standards across its diverse range of facilities. This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the cleaning and facilities management sectors, particularly those experienced in handling large, multi-site operations such as educational institutions. Companies with a strong track record in providing high-quality, compliant cleaning services and those capable of contributing to community benefits initiatives are encouraged to apply. The contract includes a three-year term with potential extensions, allowing for long-term partnerships. Businesses engaged in community, environmental, or skills development initiatives will find this tender aligns well with SRUC's objectives to enhance social value through procurement activities. This contract not only promises significant financial returns but also the chance to make a meaningful impact within the local communities served by SRUC. ## Notice Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is a leading provider of education, research and consultancy supporting Scotland's land-based and natural economy. Its estate comprises a diverse range of campuses, farms, research centres, veterinary facilities and consultancy hubs, each with distinct operational and environmental requirements. SRUC operates across five principal campuses located in Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh (King's Buildings) and Oatridge, alongside a wider network of research farms, Veterinary Disease Surveillance Centres (DSCs) and Farm and Rural Business Services (FRBS) locations. Activities across these sites include agriculture, veterinary nursing, horticulture, environmental management, forestry and food production. Maintaining safe, hygienic and well-presented environments is critical to supporting SRUC's operations, regulatory compliance and the experience of students, staff and visitors. The Specification sets out the requirements for the provision of cleaning and associated services across the SRUC estate. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is a leading provider of education, research and consultancy supporting Scotland's land-based and natural economy. Its estate comprises a diverse range of campuses, farms, research centres, veterinary facilities and consultancy hubs, each with distinct operational and environmental requirements. SRUC operates across five principal campuses located in Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh (King's Buildings) and Oatridge, alongside a wider network of research farms, Veterinary Disease Surveillance Centres (DSCs) and Farm and Rural Business Services (FRBS) locations. Activities across these sites include agriculture, veterinary nursing, horticulture, environmental management, forestry and food production. Maintaining safe, hygienic and well-presented environments is critical to supporting SRUC's operations, regulatory compliance and the experience of students, staff and visitors. The Specification sets out the requirements for the provision of cleaning and associated services across the SRUC estate. Options: Associated Services may be added to the contract as required. Renewal: The Contract will commence on or around 5 October 2026 for a period of 3 years with the possibility of 2 one-year extensions by mutual agreement. Renewal will follow. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558126 | | 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | 2030 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,400,000 | | 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 | SRUC | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH9 3JG | | 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 | Southside/Newington | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90910000 - Cleaning services ## Release History - 17 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558126 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558126 Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409 - Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is a leading provider of education, research and consultancy supporting Scotland's land-based and natural economy. Its estate comprises a diverse range of campuses, farms, research centres, veterinary facilities and consultancy hubs, each with distinct operational and environmental requirements. SRUC operates across five principal campuses located in Aberdeen, Barony, Elmwood, Edinburgh (King's Buildings) and Oatridge, alongside a wider network of research farms, Veterinary Disease Surveillance Centres (DSCs) and Farm and Rural Business Services (FRBS) locations. Activities across these sites include agriculture, veterinary nursing, horticulture, environmental management, forestry and food production. Maintaining safe, hygienic and well-presented environments is critical to supporting SRUC's operations, regulatory compliance and the experience of students, staff and visitors. The Specification sets out the requirements for the provision of cleaning and associated services across the SRUC estate. ## Notice URLs - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=834829 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.ukv - http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk - http://www.sruc.ac.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=834829 ## 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-r6ebe6-0000834829. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834829.json.