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Thomas Keble School ~ Cleaning Tender

THOMAS KEBLE SCHOOL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Mar 2026 at 14:35

Tender

17 Jul 2025 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Thomas Keble School's cleaning services has progressed to the award stage. Thomas Keble School, located in Stroud, Gloucestershire, is the buying organisation. This tender falls under the services category, specifically school cleaning services, with a substantial annual contract value of approximately £81,750. The contract duration is three years, commencing on 1 January 2026 and concluding on 31 December 2028, with an option to renew for an additional two years. The procurement method adopted is an open and competitive flexible procedure, compliant with the Procurement Act 2023. Key dates include the award notice release on 17 March 2026, a standstill period concluding on 27 March 2026, and contract execution expected by 31 March 2026.

The Thomas Keble School cleaning tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in cleaning services. With an annual value of over £81,000, it is an attractive proposition for firms capable of delivering high-quality services. The tender emphasises quality, with 70% of the award criteria focused on this aspect, making it ideal for service providers prioritising excellence in service delivery. The opportunity is particularly well-suited to large organisations, such as Atlas FM Limited trading as Atlas Education, who have been awarded the contract. However, smaller businesses that meet the minimum conditions of participation could gain exposure and experience through such competitive tenders, contributing to their growth and development within the public procurement landscape in the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

Thomas Keble School ~ Cleaning Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide cleaning services for Thomas Keble School. The value of the current contract is approximately PS81,750 per annum. Thomas Keble School is a mixed comprehensive school for 11-16-year-old students. We are situated in beautiful surroundings on the edge of the Cotswolds and serve families over a wide area. The duration of the contract being offered is three years commencing on 1 January 2026 and concluding on 31 December 2028 and will be on a guaranteed performance basis offering a fixed annual subsidy to the school. There will be the option to extend the contract for a further term further term of up to two years at the discretion of the governing body. See PSQ Document for more information.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The duration of the contract being offered is three years commencing on 1 January 2026 and concluding on 31 December 2028 and will be on a guaranteed performance basis offering a fixed annual subsidy to the school. There will be the option to extend the contract for a further term further term of up to two years at the discretion of the governing body.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056119
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024132-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90919300 - School cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£408,750 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£408,750 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£408,750 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20255 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THOMAS KEBLE SCHOOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STROUD
Postcode
GL6 7DY
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stroud
Electoral Ward
Bisley
Westminster Constituency
North Cotswolds

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ATLAS FM LIMITED TRADING AS ATLAS EDUCATION

Further Information

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