Award

Supply of Cleaning Chemicals

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Award

23 Jan 2026 at 15:41

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Supply of Cleaning Chemicals" has reached the award stage, with the contract valued at £168,576. Initiated by the University of Exeter, this contract is classified under the cleaning products industry (CPV code 39830000). It covers the supply of cleaning chemicals for use across various university sites in the South West of the United Kingdom, including offices, teaching facilities, and student accommodation. The contract period begins on 24 January 2026 and ends on 7 January 2029, with the possibility for a one-year extension. Tendering was concluded on 23 January 2026 and the procurement was conducted through a mini-competition using the ESPO Framework. Award status is marked as active to AUK Supplies Ltd, a large supplier.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing or distribution of cleaning products. Enterprises that provide high-quality cleaning supplies and reliable distribution services, particularly those located in or near the South West region, will find this project beneficial for growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable, which makes this opportunity appealing for businesses eager to establish or expand their presence in the educational sector. The use of a framework agreement and the extended contract duration provides a stable, long-term procurement opportunity for the awarded supplier.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Cleaning Chemicals

Notice Description

***This contract has an initial term of 3 years, commencing 07/01/2026 and ending on 07/01/2026. This contract has 1x 1-year extension options.*** Cleaning chemicals for use across University sites including offices, teaching facilities and student accommodation. This contract has been awarded via mini competition using the ESPO Framework for Cleaning Materials and Janitorial Supplies (ref 777_22).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-91634a05-db41-444a-9167-06c5699c3363
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ebf999f-9542-41a9-9e85-0c955228b4c4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39830000 - Cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£168,576 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£168,576 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2026 - 7 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AUK SUPPLIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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