Tender

William Farr C of E Comprehensive School - Cleaning Services Tender

WILLIAM FARR C OF E COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL

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Tender

09 May 2025 at 10:44

Summary of the contracting process

William Farr C of E Comprehensive School, a recognised public authority in Lincolnshire, is initiating an open tender process for the provision of cleaning services. The school, located in Welton, Lincolnshire, is seeking qualified providers to deliver daily cleaning services during term time and periodic services outside term time. The contract is scheduled to commence on 25 October 2025 and will span three years, with a possible extension for up to two additional years. Interested parties should note the expression of interest deadline of 6 June 2025. This tender falls within the services industry category and incorporates regulations such as TUPE, signalling the transfer of current cleaning staff who may be part of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning services, particularly those able to navigate the complexities of TUPE regulations and pension fund arrangements. With a total value of £458,520, this contract offers substantial business growth potential over its term. The procurement method entails a competitive flexible procedure, with several stages designed to shortlist and evaluate suppliers based on financial and operational criteria. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in school cleaning services and the ability to provide responsive and quality operational services will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this multi-stage tender process could position businesses as key service providers in the educational sector, expanding their portfolio and reinforcing their market presence in the region.

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Notice Title

William Farr C of E Comprehensive School - Cleaning Services Tender

Notice Description

William Farr is a fully inclusive, Church of England comprehensive School with a strong reputation and rich local history. The School was founded in 1952 by the local vicar, William Farr, after whom the School is named, and whose intent was that it remained a local School. The School's House Values of Compassion, Friendship, Perseverance, Respect, Responsibility and Wisdom shape the education of every child in the School and Staff are proud of the young adults that Students become. They achieve this by their hard work and engagement in the broad and balanced curriculum, which is complemented by a vast number of extra-curricular activities designed to strengthen character and broaden minds. William Farr Church of England Comprehensive School are seeking Cleaning services providers to Tender for the provision of a full daily Cleaning service during term time, and periodic Cleaning services outside of term time. The contract will be for three years in duration, with the option to extend for a further one period of up to two years and with a commencement date of 25 October 2025. Full details will be included in the Invitation to Tender. TUPE regulations apply to this contract, which involves the transfer of existing Cleaning Staff, of which some may be members of the Local Government Pension Scheme, requiring arrangements to be made for 'Admitted Body' status with the relevant pension fund. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://invictus-inport.com/tenders/UK-UK-Lincolnshire:-School-cleaning-services./QWQ63SEJ8X To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://invictus-inport.com/respond/QWQ63SEJ8X

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: In agreement with the client an option to extend for a further one period of up to two years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050f8c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020001-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible 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
£458,520 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£458,520 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WILLIAM FARR C OF E COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
operations@invictuspartnership.com
Contact Phone
+442081332224

Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLNSHIRE
Postcode
LN2 3JB
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF3 Lincolnshire, TLF30 Lincolnshire CC

Local Authority
West Lindsey
Electoral Ward
Dunholme and Welton
Westminster Constituency
Gainsborough

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