Provision of Pest Control & Associated Services (2027-31)
University of StrathclydeEstimated Value
Up to £220,000
Deadline
Not specified
Published
26 August 2026
Type
services
Overview
This Prior Information Notice (PIN) relates to a project to establish a Contract for the Provision of Pest Control & Associated Services (2027-31) (UOS-45123-2026) at the University of Strathclyde.
Key points
- Pest control services / inspections / treatments:
- Planned preventative maintenance:
- Ad-hoc / reactive service visits:
- All personnel must be suitably qualified & equipped to carry out the required services:
- Standard 24-hour response time from reciept of call, unless otherwise agreed by the University; and
- In exceptional circumstances, an emergency 4-hour response time from receipt of call. Additional information: Please note, the information contained within this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is subject to change.
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The University of Strathclyde is planning a contract (2027‑31) for pest control and related services, covering routine inspections, treatments, preventive maintenance and emergency call‑outs.
Requirements
- All personnel must be suitably qualified and equipped to carry out pest control services
- Provide a standard 24‑hour response time from receipt of call (unless otherwise agreed)
- Provide an emergency 4‑hour response time in exceptional circumstances
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Conduct regular pest inspections and treatments across university campuses
- Deliver planned preventative maintenance programmes for pest control
- Provide ad‑hoc/reactive service visits when pests are reported
- Meet the 24‑hour standard response time for routine calls
- Meet the 4‑hour emergency response time for critical incidents
How to Read This Tender
- 1A Prior Information Notice (PIN) is only an early warning – the full tender documents will contain the detailed specifications, pricing rules and evaluation criteria
- 2Check the CPV code (likely 90700000 – Pest control services) and any referenced standards such as ISO 45001 or UK pest‑control licensing requirements
- 3Pay close attention to the response‑time clauses – they are performance metrics that will be scored and may affect your bid’s compliance
- 4Look for sections on qualifications, insurance and health‑and‑safety evidence – you’ll need to provide certificates or proof of competence
- 5Note any deadlines for expression of interest or pre‑qualification questionnaires; missing these will disqualify you before you can submit a full bid
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you lack the full range of qualified staff, consider partnering with a specialist subcontractor to meet the personnel qualification requirement
- Highlight any social‑value contributions (e.g., local employment, apprenticeships) as many UK public contracts award extra points for community impact
- Use the 24‑hour/4‑hour response commitments as a differentiator – propose a clear escalation plan to show you can meet or exceed the service levels
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University of StrathclydeKey Dates
Published
26 August 2026
Submission deadline
Not specified
Notice type
planning
Source
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