Tender

Thomas Keble School ~ Cleaning Tender

THOMAS KEBLE SCHOOL

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Tender

17 Jul 2025 at 11:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thomas Keble School, a public authority classified as sub-central government, is seeking proposals for a cleaning services contract through an open competitive flexible procedure. The tender, titled "Thomas Keble School ~ Cleaning Tender," falls under the industry category of school cleaning services. Located in Stroud, Gloucestershire, this tender is at the procurement stage, with the submission deadline set for 17th October 2025. Interested parties can partake electronically, with queries to be submitted by 15th August 2025, and the contract award expected by 17th November 2025. The initial contract period will commence on 1st January 2026 and conclude on 31st December 2028, with the possibility of extension for up to an additional two years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning services, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to expand their portfolio and secure a long-term agreement. The opportunity is tailored for businesses capable of providing high-quality services at a competitive price, as the evaluation will be based on a 70/30 weighting for quality versus price. With a contract value of approximately £408,750 over the initial term, this procurement process offers a promising growth potential for competent suppliers who can demonstrate their ability to meet the school's standards and requirements.

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Notice Information

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. See SQ Document for more information. To view this notice, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=966452869

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056119
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040886-2025
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
£408,750 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£408,750 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 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
THOMAS KEBLE SCHOOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@litmuspartnership.co.uk
Contact Phone
01276 673896

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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