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24 June 2026

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Scotland

Category Services

Type Tender

No. of Lots 1

Status Active

Published 17th Jun 2026

Tender Details
Referenceocds-h6vhtk-06b694
Common Procurement VocabularyCleaning services
Procurement MethodOpen procedure
Value£6,400,000
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Scotland

Category Services

Type Tender

No. of Lots 1

Status Active

Published 17th Jun 2026

Tender Details
Referenceocds-h6vhtk-06b694
Common Procurement VocabularyCleaning services
Procurement MethodOpen procedure
Value£6,400,000

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1) Name and addresses

SRUC

Peter Wilson Building , Kings Buildings West Mains Road

Edinburgh

EH9 3JG

Contact

Claire Lorimer

Email

claire.lorimer [at] sruc.ac.uk

Telephone

+44 1315354000

Fax

+44 1315354314

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

UKM75 - Edinburgh, City of

Internet address(es)

Main address

Buyer's address

I.3) Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at

Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address

Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via

Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at

I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Body governed by public law

I.5) Main activity

Education


Section II: Object

II.1) Scope of the procurement

II.1.1) Title

Outsourced Cleaning and Associated Services Ref 38409

Reference number

38409/CL

II.1.2) Main CPV code

  • 90910000 - Cleaning services

II.1.3) Type of contract

Services

II.1.4) Short 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.

II.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: £6,400,000

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: No

II.2) Description

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

  • 90910000 - Cleaning services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes
  • UKM - Scotland

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

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.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Duration in months

36

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

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.

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: No

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options

Associated Services may be added to the contract as required.

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No


Section III. Legal, economic, financial and technical information

III.1) Conditions for participation

III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers

List and brief description of conditions

All criteria is listed within the tender document.

III.1.2) Economic and financial standing

Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents

III.1.3) Technical and professional ability

Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents


Section IV. Procedure

IV.1) Description

IV.1.1) Type of procedure

Open procedure

IV.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

IV.2) Administrative information

IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure

Notice number: 2019/S 000-368904

IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate

Date

17 July 2026

Local time

12:00pm

IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted

English

IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender

Duration in months: 3 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)

IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders

Date

17 July 2026

Local time

12:00pm

Place

Cupar

Information about authorised persons and opening procedure

Claire Lorimer, Procurement Contracts Manager


Section VI. Complementary information

VI.1) Information about recurrence

This is a recurrent procurement: Yes

Estimated timing for further notices to be published: 2030

VI.2) Information about electronic workflows

Electronic ordering will be used

Electronic invoicing will be accepted

Electronic payment will be used

VI.3) Additional information

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at

The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at

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:

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:

VI.4) Procedures for review

VI.4.1) Review body

Edinburgh Sheriff Court & Justice Of The Peace Court

Courthouse 27 Chambers Street

Edinburghh

EH1 1LB

Telephone

+44 1312252525

Country

United Kingdom

Internet address

VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures

Edinburgh Sheriff Court & Justice Of The Peace Court

Courthouse 27 Chambers Street

Edinburghh

EH1 1LB

Telephone

+44 1312252525

Country

United Kingdom

Internet address