Tender

Hackney Schools Cleaning Framework

LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Tender

15 Jan 2026 at 17:05

Planning

13 Nov 2025 at 18:51

PlanningUpdate

08 Sep 2025 at 08:38

Planning

23 May 2025 at 13:29

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hackney is currently inviting qualified contractors to partake in a competitive flexible procurement process for the Hackney Schools Cleaning Framework, a public authority under sub-central government. This tender, tagged under the "tender" stage, focuses on providing cleaning services across various educational sites, including schools, nurseries, and children's centres within Hackney. The anticipated start date for the contract is 1 August 2026, covering an initial two-year period with potential extensions up to 31 July 2030. Key procurement deadlines include an expression of interest by 28 January 2026 and the close of the enquiry period on 23 January 2026. The process will proceed through a framework agreement, favouring a single supplier selected through the evaluation of economic and technical criteria.

This tender presents a substantial business expansion opportunity for companies specialising in cleaning services, particularly those with experience in servicing educational institutions. With a contract value of up to £6,000,000 (excluding VAT), the framework is an attractive prospect for businesses capable of managing large-scale service delivery. SMEs are encouraged to apply, providing they meet the financial criteria, including a minimum annual turnover of £10 million and sufficient insurance coverage. The contracting process includes a selection phase where 5 to 7 suppliers will present tenders, offering opportunities for businesses with strong financial standing and robust technical capabilities to leverage their market position by being the sole provider under this strategic framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hackney Schools Cleaning Framework

Notice Description

Framework for Hackney schools, nurseries and children centres for cleaning services. The London Borough of Hackney is seeking Request to Participate from sufficiently qualified contractors for the provision of cleaning services at multiple educational sites within Hackney. The framework will be single supplier framework and is anticipated to commence from 1st August 2026 for an initial period of 2 years, with the option to extend for a further 2 years in annual increments. The value of the framework is up to PS6,000,000 (excluding VAT) including the extension periods.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The framework can be extended for a further 2 years, in 12 month increments

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052321
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003653-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
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
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 20263 days to go
Future Notice Date
24 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY
Contact Name
Ashaki Bailey
Contact Email
ashaki.bailey@hackney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0208 356 3000

Buyer Location

Locality
HACKNEY
Postcode
E8 1DY
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI41 Hackney and Newham

Local Authority
Hackney
Electoral Ward
Hackney Central
Westminster Constituency
Hackney South and Shoreditch

Further Information

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