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Lancaster University - Expressions of Interest (EOI)/Supplier Selection Stage invitation for Window Cleaning Service

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

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10 Dec 2021 at 16:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Lancaster University, pertains to the invitation for expressions of interest for a Window Cleaning Service contract on campus. The tender, designated as SP/21/1224, is classified under the CPV code 90911300, covering window-cleaning services. The primary locations for the services include the University's Bailrigg campus (postcode LA1 4YW) and Chancellor's Wharf in Lancaster City Centre (postcode LA1 1WB). The procurement is currently in the Award stage, having concluded on 29 April 2022, with the contract period beginning on 1 May 2022 and extending until 30 April 2026. This project has a minimum value of £250,000 and an overall estimated value of £275,000, procured via an open procedure below the threshold. Interested parties must submit their responses through the university's e-tendering portal, In-Tend, by the strict deadline of 14 January 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), specialising in cleaning services. Companies that are equipped with the resources and capacity to undertake window cleaning for both academic and residential buildings are well-suited to compete. The established framework intends to shortlist suppliers, potentially allowing successful bidders to secure ongoing contracts with Lancaster University. Providers capable of delivering comprehensive internal and external cleaning services will find this contract advantageous, fostering business growth within the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lancaster University - Expressions of Interest (EOI)/Supplier Selection Stage invitation for Window Cleaning Service

Notice Description

FORMAL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST INVITED PRIOR TO THE RUNNING OF A CLOSED TENDER: Lancaster University is inviting expressions of interest (EOI) from organisations interested in tendering for the Window Cleaning Service contract on campus. If your organisation will have the resource and capacity for delivering this service, and wishes to be considered for tendering, please respond as instructed. After assessing the EOI responses, the University will shortlist suppliers and invite those to participate in the closed Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. Lancaster University is seeking to establish a multi-lot Framework agreement for an on-going requirement for window cleaning to Academic and Student Residential buildings (both internally & externally). The cleaning is to include windowsills & wiping of frames, glass canopies and main entrances, all internal glass including glass office partitions; glass balustrades and all glass in atrium areas including lifts on campus and at Health Innovation Campus (HIC); and Chancellor's Wharf, Lancaster City centre. The University aims to establish a Framework with up to three suppliers on each Lot. Lot 1 - Academic Buildings Lot 2 - Student Residential buildings The site is located on the University's Bailrigg campus LA1 4YW And Chancellor's Wharf located off campus in Lancaster City Centre - postcode LA1 1WB The University is now inviting formally structured expressions of interest in the service, before running a closed tender. RESPONSES MUST BE IN THE PRESCRIBED FORMAT. Please download the Expression of Interest letter along with all attachments including the schedule of windows and draft contract from the University's e-tendering portal (In-Tend). RESPONSES MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THIS SAME PORTAL AND NOT EMAILED DIRECT TO THE BUYER. University's e-tendering portal: In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ DOCUMENTS MUST BE ACCESSED AND SUBMISSIONS MADE VIA THIS PORTAL. Any clarifications on procedure, documentation or the project generally must be raised through the In-Tend 'correspondence' function. In-Tend Support: Phone: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Web : https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/888ec74e-eac8-49e5-bc22-c52dea92471b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90911300 - Window-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£275,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2022 - 30 Apr 2026 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASTER UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Margaret Haynes
Contact Email
m.haynes@lancaster.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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