Tender

CA16616 - Portico Academy Trust _ Essex

THE PORTICO ACADEMY TRUST

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Tender

17 Oct 2025 at 07:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Portico Academy Trust, located in Leigh on Sea, is actively seeking professional cleaning contractors through an open tender process to provide daily cleaning services across its five school sites in Essex. The procurement is categorised under "School cleaning services" and requires high-quality standards for maintaining safe learning environments. Published on 17th October 2025, the tender is currently in the active stage, with a closing date for submissions on 5th December 2025. The service contract is expected to commence on 28th March 2026 and run until 27th March 2029. This opportunity is specifically geared towards service providers in the United Kingdom, including potential coverage in British Oversea Territories and other specified regions.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specializing in school or educational cleaning services. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given the suitability criteria specified by the Portico Academy Trust. Engaging in this contract could offer sustained business for the successful contractor over the multi-year period, alongside fostering a strong relationship with a reputable educational trust. Businesses with expertise in maintaining high hygiene standards in educational environments will find this opportunity favourable for demonstrating their capabilities and expanding their portfolio in the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA16616 - Portico Academy Trust _ Essex

Notice Description

Portico Academy Trust invites tenders from professional cleaning contractors for the provision of daily cleaning services across its five primary and nursery school sites in Essex. The successful partner must deliver consistent, high-quality standards and take pride in maintaining safe, hygienic environments for young learners and staff. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16616. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16616 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e8c3001-6478-418d-a79a-65c14162fced
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

90919300 - School cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Today
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 2029 3-4 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
THE PORTICO ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
LEIGH ON SEA
Postcode
SS9 2JB
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Leigh
Westminster Constituency
Southend West and Leigh

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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