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Published 17 Jun 2026, 09:49 BST

Official UK procurement notice

Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409

Official notice

Authority: SRUC

ServicesOpen procedure
Published estimate£6,400,000exc. VAT
Submissions closed 24 Jul 2026

What is being bought

Published requirement description

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.

  • Recurrence: 2030

CPV: Cleaning services

The lotProcurement structure

single lot · no lot value published
Lot #1Renewal
Delivery: Scotland
Extensions: Associated Services may be added to the contract as required. · 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.Variant bids: not allowed

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
Conditions of participation1
  • Suitability

    All criteria is listed within the tender document.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Open procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Services
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Stand-alone contract (no framework)
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
Yes · 2030
First published
17 Jun 2026, 09:49 BST
Last source update
6 Jul 2026, 16:31 BST
Award evaluation window
17 Jul 2026 – …
Authority reference
38409/CL
FTS notice number
2026/S 000-063336
Classification (CPV)
Cleaning services
Delivery area
Scotland (UKM)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b694 Find a Tender
Contract terms
Electronic trading
e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment

Publisher note: NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=834829. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. The Contracting Authority does not intend to include a sub-contract clause as part of community benefits (as per Section 25 of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014) in this contract for the following reason: N/A Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: SRUC is committed to maximising social value through its procurement activities and to working collaboratively with communities connected to its campuses and sites. Where relevant and proportionate, Community Benefit requirements will form part of this Contract. The Supplier shall adopt a proactive and flexible approach to delivering Community Benefits that align with both SRUC’s objectives and local community priorities. This may include (but is not limited to) the provision of labour, materials, sponsorship, donations, or other forms of support to enhance community initiatives. Financial Contributions to Community Initiatives The Supplier shall proactively seek opportunities to supporting local charitable causes, student sponsorship, or community initiatives through contributions linked to contract value. SRUC proposes the following indicative contribution levels: Annual Contract Value GBP50,000 - 99,999: 0.5% GBP100,000 - 250,000: 1.0% GBP251,000 - 500,000: 1.5% GBP500,001+: 2.0% Contributions may be delivered through a combination of financial (including cash donations or sponsorship) and in kind support, subject to agreement with SRUC, and may be profiled across the contract term to ensure sustained community impact. Local Employment and Skills Development The Supplier shall, where reasonably practicable: Seek to employ staff from the local community; Provide opportunities for skills development, including apprenticeships, training placements, internships, or work experience; Support initiatives aligned with SRUC’s mission to develop skills within the land-based and rural sectors. Community Engagement and Support The Supplier shall engage positively with local communities and demonstrate support for relevant initiatives. This may include: Participation in community events or outreach programmes; Provision of in kind support (e.g. materials, expertise, or staff time); Collaboration with local organisations, schools, or community groups. Reporting and Accountability The Supplier shall maintain appropriate records of all Community Benefit activities delivered under the Contract and provide quarterly reports to SRUC. Reporting shall include, as applicable: Number of local staff employed; Apprenticeships, training, or work placements delivered; Community initiatives supported; Financial contributions made, including cash donations, sponsorship, or grant-style support; Estimated value of in kind contributions; Local supply chain and SME expenditure. SRUC reserves the right to request further detail, verification, or impact information to ensure compliance with agreed Community Benefit commitments. (SC Ref:834829) Download the ESPD document here: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=834829

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: Public Contracts Scotland · Who buys & how to bid on PCS
Supplier login requiredLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free single registration for Scotland; PCS-Tender (Jaggaer) for full bidding

Tender documents are also served through a separate tool: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.ukv ↗

Submission deadline
24 Jul 2026, 12:00 BST
Submission channel
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Accepted languages
en
Bid validity
90 days from the deadline
Bids opened
17 Jul 2026, 12:00 BST
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

6 Jul 2026 → 24 Jul 2026 · 3 dates
  1. Notice published108 days ago
    6 Jul 2026, 16:31 BST
  2. Bids opened97 days ago
    17 Jul 2026, 12:00 BST
  3. Submission deadline90 days ago
    24 Jul 2026, 12:00 BST

Notice history

1 event · 2 releases on Find a Tender
  1. Deadline moved to 24 Jul 2026, 12:00 BST
    6 Jul 2026, 16:31 BST
    +7 days · was 17 Jul 2026, 12:00 BST
Published amendments (1 · 1 deadline change)
WhenWhatBeforeAfterShift
—DeadlineTime limit · IV.2.217 Jul 202624 Jul 2026+7 d
—Bid openingConditions for opening of tenders · IV.2.717 Jul 202624 Jul 2026+7 d

Request made via Q&A on PCS portal.

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

SRUC

Contracting authorityBody governed by public lawEducation Peter Wilson Building , Kings Buildings West Mains Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 3JGContact name, email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Edinburgh Sheriff Court & Justice Of The Peace CourtMediation bodyReview body EdinburghhContact phone

Official documents & specifications (2)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria
  • Technical selection criteriatenderTechnical selection criteria