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CA16449 - HIVE Family of Schools - Provision of Building Cleaning Services

HIVE FAMILY OF SCHOOLS

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21 Jan 2026 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The HIVE Family of Schools has completed its procurement process for the provision of building cleaning services through an open procedure, culminating in the award stage. The contract, valued at £450,156, will commence on 1 April 2026 and conclude on 31 March 2029, servicing locations across the United Kingdom and other territories. The procurement sought a single supplier, ultimately awarding Crystal Facilities Management Limited the contract. The primary industrial classification is building-cleaning services under CPV code 90911200. The buying organisation, located in Chelmsford, England, aimed to enhance the cleanliness and upkeep of its school premises through this tender.

This contract award presents significant opportunities for businesses in the facilities management industry, particularly those specialising in large-scale or educational environment cleaning services. The open procurement method ensures transparency and fair competition, benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by recognising their suitability to deliver the required services. Businesses already operating within the UK or holding experience in cross-territorial service provision could find this contract beneficial for expanding their service footprint and gaining prominence in the educational sector. The opportunity aligns with strategic growth initiatives for companies aiming to establish or strengthen partnerships within the public education ecosystem.

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Notice Title

CA16449 - HIVE Family of Schools - Provision of Building Cleaning Services

Notice Description

HIVE Family of Schools are looking for a single supplier to provide building cleaning services for a 3 year contract commencing 1 April 2026. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16449. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16449 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a302ce0-497f-4aa4-be0f-30284049ad1a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96042add-ad45-4b90-9152-83c4ef6a31f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90911200 - Building-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£450,156 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 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
HIVE FAMILY OF SCHOOLS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM2 9DG
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham Lodge
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CRYSTAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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