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29 May 2025 at 15:32

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14 Nov 2024 at 17:37

Summary of the contracting process

The North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) has successfully completed an open procurement procedure to establish a multi-provider Framework Agreement for Washroom Services and Period Dignity Solutions. This initiative, targeting the hygiene services industry, marks a strategic evolution of an existing framework and involves significant geographic coverage, including various regions across the UK. The procurement process, active with a completion date of 29th May 2025, proceeded to the award stage, meaning contracts valued at £14,000,000 were signed on 1st May 2025. The framework, initially set to run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028, offers an optional extension up to March 2029. Key lots include regional focus till Lot 13, with Lot 14 addressing national needs for Period Dignity Solutions, offering substantial opportunities for suppliers.

This framework presents notable business growth potential, especially for large suppliers like Personnel Hygiene Services Limited, and small to medium enterprises such as Eco Hygiene Care Ltd, focusing on areas like hygiene waste management and period dignity products. Enterprises well-equipped to handle washroom services or those providing sustainable period products stand to benefit significantly. Furthermore, with multiple lots up for grabs and considerable contract values, businesses can leverage these opportunities to expand their operations and footprint, particularly within public sector entities that form part of NWUPC and its partner organisations. The emphasis on quality and price in award criteria ensures competitive advantages for firms excelling in customer requirement fulfillment while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

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Notice Title

Washroom Services and Period Dignity Solutions

Notice Description

NWUPC is seeking to establish a multi-provider Framework Agreement on behalf of the members of APUC, CPC, HEPCW, LUPC, NEUPC, NWUPC and SUPC for Washroom Services and Period Dignity Solutions as the successor to an existing framework agreement. This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for 12 months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance. The agreement is split into fourteen (14) lots. Lots 1-13 cover the supply of Washroom Services on a regional basis. Lot 14 covers Period Dignity Solutions nationally.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Washroom Services (North East)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 14 Period Dignity Solutions

This lot is focused on delivering period dignity to member communities through period products which are safe, sustainably sourced, with a low environmental impact and high social value. Access to the products and support services in this lot will be for students, staff, and the wider community where the community is engaged in a period dignity scheme led by the Customer. The focus of the lot is primarily on the provision of products in bulk box volumes to support product replenishment and deliver value however, sales may be for smaller volumes and can be through the Customer or direct from the end user (e.g. student). This may include product delivery to the premises of the Customer or, where required, delivery to a personal address. The scope of Lot 14 also includes the provision of solutions to support product dispensing through free vending and other solutions that support discrete access to in scope products.

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 2 - Washroom Services (North West)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 3 - Washroom Services (Yorkshire and the Humber)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 4 - Washroom Services (East Midlands)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 5 - Washroom Services (West Midlands)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 6 - Washroom Services (East of England)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 7 - Washroom Services (London)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 8 - Washroom Services (South East)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 9 - Washroom Services (South West)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 10 - Washroom Services (Wales)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 11 - Washroom Services (Northern Ireland)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 12 - Washroom Services (Scotland)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Lot 13 - Washroom Services (National)

This lot covers the full complement of services/products required to create and maintain a clean, safe and pleasant washroom environment. It is a mandatory requirement that suppliers can provide the following services/products: Hygiene Waste Collection and Disposal; Air Care Products & Replenishment; Hand Care and Drying; Vending Solutions. The Framework also includes the following services on a non-mandatory basis: Water Management; Clinical Waster & Sharps Disposal; Matting; First Aid products

Renewal: This Framework Agreement will commence on 1st April 2025 for an initial period of thirty-six (36) months until 31st March 2028 with the option to extend the Agreement for (12) months until 31st March 2029 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator performance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b698
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028540-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

85 - Health and social work services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

33141000 - Disposable non-chemical medical consumables and haematological consumables

33700000 - Personal care products

33741000 - Hand care products

33770000 - Paper sanitary

33771100 - Sanitary towels or tampons

39532000 - Mats

39712210 - Hair dryers

39712300 - Hand-drying apparatus

39810000 - Odoriferous preparations and waxes

85142300 - Hygiene services

90510000 - Refuse disposal and treatment

90524000 - Medical waste services

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

90920000 - Facility related sanitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£14,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M6 6FP
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Pendleton & Charlestown
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

Banner Group Limited

Bunzl UK Limited T/A Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene Supplies

Eco Hygiene Care Ltd

Elis UK Ltd (Formerly Berendsen UK Ltd)

Hygienic Holdings LTD

Personnel Hygiene Services Limited

Rentokil Initial UK Ltd

Wessex Products (Leasing) Limited

Further Information

Notice URLs

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