Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2025-29)

Location

University of Strathclyde

Description

The University of Strathclyde ("the University") is seeking to establish a Contract for the Provision of a Safety Access Systems Maintenance Measured Term Contract (MTC) (including Edge Protection) (2025-29) (UOS-36989-2025).

Total Quantity or Scope

The University of Strathclyde (the “University”) is seeking to establish a contract to support the delivery of activities outlined below. The Contract will include, however, will not be limited to: - Carry out safety inspections, testing, and certification of all free-standing roof edge protection systems across the John Anderson Campus in full accordance with the requirements of BS EN 13374:2013 + A1:2018, using competent and appropriately trained personnel: - Carry out Safety inspection to roof fixed roof ladder access system inline with BS 4211:2005+A1:2008 Specification for permanently fixed ladders: - BS EN 12951:2004 Prefabricated accessories for roofing - Permanently fixed roof ladders Product specification and test methods: - A detailed report must be provided, including photographic evidence, system locations, and Pass/Fail certification: - The principal systems covered under this Contract include the EVO Guardrail Safety System (including inclined and radius configurations and associated accessories) and IKO roofing rail systems, specifically the Elite Safety Systems Po-Guard edge protection system and related accessories: - Planned and preventative maintenance (PPM) of campus wide safety access systems including eye bolts, abseil points and latch way systems. Eye bolts and latch ways require inspection and maintenance on an annual basis, and abseil points require testing every six months: - Supply, delivery & installation of safety access systems where required: - Provide training - Safe Work at Height Training (for Site Operatives) and Rescue & Evacuation Training at height; and - Ad hoc / reactive services / works.

Renewal Options

The contract duration is 24-months, with the option to extend for up to an additional two 12-month periods. The Contracting Authority reserves the right to utilise the extension periods at its discretion. In line with 72 - Modification of Contracts During their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
• 35113100 - Site-safety equipment
• 35113300 - Safety installations
• 45233292 - Installation of safety equipment
• 50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• This is a recurring contract.
• Options are available.
• Renewals are available.
• Financial restrictions apply.
• Performance considerations apply.
• Professional qualifications are sought.
• Award on basis of price.

Other Information

Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. In line with 72 - Modifications of Contracts during their Term, of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, this Contract may be modified without a new procurement procedure in accordance with this Part in some cases. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 31314. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: In accordance with section 25(3) of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014, the University of Strathclyde intends to include community benefit requirements. As part of your response within the Technical Envelope, the Tenderer will be requested to commit to the delivery of community benefits in accordance with the methodology outlined in the tender documents. (SC Ref:827092)