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Further Competition conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 239_24 Washroom Services - PA25 - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE

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24 Jul 2025 at 08:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "Further Competition conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 239_24 Washroom Services - PA25 - AWARD," is managed by the University of Bedfordshire. It falls under the industry category of services specifically relating to incontinence kits, sanitary ware, and sanitary paper products. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure, with its tender stage now completed and the award stage active as of 9th July 2025. The contract period is set to commence on 1st August 2025 and conclude on 31st July 2028. The services are to be delivered to various locations, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Isle of Man, Europe, and potentially globally. The contract was awarded with an estimated value of £140,000, surpassing its minimum value of £120,000.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses proficient in offering washroom services and products, particularly those that can cater to varied geographical landscapes. Companies like PHS Group plc, which successfully secured the contract, highlight the appeal for experienced suppliers in the sanitation industry. Although the opportunity isn't marked as suitable specifically for SMEs or VCSEs, established firms that can meet the expectations set out by the University of Bedfordshire will likely find this project beneficial to expanding their service reach within the sector.

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Notice Title

Further Competition conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 239_24 Washroom Services - PA25 - AWARD

Notice Description

FURTHER COMPETITION conducted under ESPO Framework Agreement 239_24 Washroom Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d33a497-b28e-454e-b444-f206d8cc415e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

33141621 - Incontinence kit

33771000 - Sanitary paper products

33771100 - Sanitary towels or tampons

44411000 - Sanitary ware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
Damola Aladesiun
Contact Email
damola.aladesiun@beds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1582 743315

Buyer Location

Locality
BEDS
Postcode
LU1 3EU
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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