Tender

Managed Launderette Service

EU SUPPLY LIMITED

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Tender Notice
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12 Feb 2025 at 16:13

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent is inviting tenders for a Managed Launderette Service on its Canterbury campus under an open procedure. This tender seeks a supplier to provide high-quality launderette services operating 24/7, catering to students, staff, and conference attendees. Key characteristics include innovative service methods, modernisation, contactless payment systems, and exceptional customer service. The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender period ending on 4th April 2025 and the contract period starting on 1st August 2025, extending until 30th September 2030. The relevant industry category falls under Installation services of laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines, with additional classifications in Laundry-management and Laundry-operation services.

This tender offers significant opportunities for companies experienced in multi-site operations, particularly those capable of delivering modern and innovative launderette services. Companies that specialise in the installation, management, and operation of laundry facilities, and can ensure a seamless transition from the existing contract while maintaining operational launderettes, are well-suited to compete. The long duration of the contract presents a stable, ongoing revenue stream, making it an attractive proposition for businesses in the launderette service industry seeking to expand their operations in the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Managed Launderette Service

Notice Description

The University is seeking a supplier with the experience to deliver to multi-site operations to undertake the delivery of managed launderette services on the Canterbury campus. They must share a passion for delivering a high-quality launderette service along with exemplary levels of customer service. The University has a 52-week residential year as well as a busy conference period during the summer months (mid July to early September). The supplier will be required to provide a service for students and staff and any conference activity on the Canterbury campus. The launderettes will be in operation for 24 hours per day, seven days per week. The University seeks a supplier who can be innovative with investments in modernisation of laundry provision, user experience, and adoption of new and creative service methods. The supplier should offer a first class, modern service to students utilising contactless payment systems, effective maintenance management and exceptional customer service. The University is seeking a seamless transition from the existing contract to the new contract. It is important that some launderettes on campus shall remain operational throughout the course of the works for use by any remaining students and conference delegates.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b4f0ffe-eee9-4d96-b2d8-6ce2f49c6cae
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Other - Open
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

51 - Installation services (except software)

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

51543400 - Installation services of laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines

98311100 - Laundry-management services

98311200 - Laundry-operation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 Over 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
EU SUPPLY LIMITED
Additional Buyers

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY, KENT
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

Further Information

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