Planning

GLA Cleaning and Porterage Services

GREATER LONDON AUTHORITY (GLA)

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

21 Nov 2025 at 10:05

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

20 Nov 2025 at 13:39

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 16:00

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater London Authority (GLA), in collaboration with Transport for London (TfL), is conducting a procurement process for cleaning and porterage services. Currently, in the planning and early market engagement (EME) phase, this process aims to explore market interest and capabilities. Located in London, UK, this procurement falls under the 'services' industry category and is set to begin officially in December 2026. Key dates include a submission deadline for the Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ) on 15 December 2025. The total estimated contract value is £7.68 million, underscoring a significant opportunity for interested companies to express interest via the contact email provided in the notice.

This tender offers a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning, sanitation, and associated services like pest control and window cleaning. Given the contract's scope, SMEs with capacities for high-level and secure environment cleaning would be well-suited to compete, potentially increasing their market presence in the public sector. The strategic involvement of TfL as the procuring entity enhances credibility and access to a broad network of opportunities for growth. Successful bidders will benefit from a long-term engagement that encourages innovation and efficiency within service delivery, making it a lucrative prospect for qualified suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GLA Cleaning and Porterage Services

Notice Description

This Notice is to advise potential suppliers of Cleaning and Porterage Services, that Transport for London (TfL), on behalf of the Greater London Authority (GLA) are undertaking an Early Market Engagement (EME) exercise in relation to a procurement process for these services. The indicative scope which is subject to change will comprise: Core Services: * Office cleaning * Porterage * Window cleaning * Pest control Additional Cleaning Services: * High-level cleaning * Secure/equipment room cleaning

Planning Information

The proposed contract, following this procurement process, is currently planned to commence in December 2026. The primary purpose of this Notice and Early Market Engagement (EME) exercise is to better understand market appetite, capacity, and capability for delivering the required services. Suppliers are invited to express their interest in participating in this EME exercise, which will include completion of a short Market Sounding Questionnaire (MSQ). To confirm interest, suppliers should email the following details to SoftFMProcurement@tfl.gov.uk: Organisation name: Main contact name: Email address for correspondence: Upon confirmation, interested parties will receive the MSQ, which must be completed and returned by 17:00 hours on 15 December 2025. The MSQ will include further details of the potential requirement and instructions for completion and return. Feedback from this engagement may be used by TfL to inform and refine the final tender documentation. Please note: A separate Contract Notice will be published as a formal call for competition to invite suppliers to participate in the future tendering process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0524b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075901-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER LONDON AUTHORITY (GLA)
Additional Buyers

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

Contact Name
Antonio Loureiro Pinheiro
Contact Email
softfmprocurement@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E16 1ZE
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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