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THE PROVISION OF A WINDOW CLEANING SERVICE TO PUBLIC BUILDINGS

SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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20 Aug 2025 at 12:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking to procure window cleaning services for public buildings within its jurisdiction based in the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton. This contracting process, identified by the title "THE PROVISION OF A WINDOW CLEANING SERVICE TO PUBLIC BUILDINGS," falls under the services category specifically focusing on accommodation, building, and window cleaning. The procurement process is tagged at the award stage as complete and was processed through a limited competition below the threshold. The service contract is set to commence on 1st June 2025 and will last for one year until 31st May 2026, with the possibility of extension for up to two additional years.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning services, particularly those with experience in servicing public sector contracts. The contract awarded to Clearground Ltd underscores the competitive advantage for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in this domain. Businesses that comply with health and safety regulations and possess the capacity to manage operations over multiple sites will likely be well-suited to succeed in similar future tenders. With potential extension options available, this contract offers a stable revenue stream and the chance to bolster a company’s reputation within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THE PROVISION OF A WINDOW CLEANING SERVICE TO PUBLIC BUILDINGS

Notice Description

Quotations are invited for the provision of Window Cleaning to the Public Buildings within the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton in accordance with the attached schedule for a one year period from 15th May 2025 to 14th May 2026, with the option to extend for up to 2 x 1 year periods. The windows to be cleaned will include those in the main site building and those in any outbuildings, annexes and split-site buildings. The cleaning shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Department which will be notified to the Contractor by means of the placement of an official order. The frequency of cleaning will be THREE times per year, July, November and March of each year. The cleaning to cover both the inside and outside of the windows and must include both sides of glass partitions. On completion of each clean an inspection of the work must be carried out, and a certificate confirming the satisfactory nature of the work carried out must be signed by the person named on the schedule. If this person is not available to sign then the attendant on duty at the time of cleaning must be approached. A copy of the signed certificate must be attached to each invoice. This inspection must be carried out in the company of a firm's representative. Failure to do so may result in the delay or failure to pay for work claimed to be completed. The Contractor will submit a composite invoice in respect of the establishments contained in this schedule and will only receive payment on completion of each periodical clean. The Authority will under no circumstances make payment until all buildings have been completed. The Contractor shall ensure that all cleaning is carried out having regard to the Health and Safety regulations relevant at the time. Where the use of cradles is required, such cradles shall be provided by the Contractor. This Contract, or any part share in it, shall not be transferred by the Contractor without written consent of the Council.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058b48
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050171-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90911000 - Accommodation, building and window cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£42,660 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 31 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cdp@sefton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L20 7AE
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CLEARGROUND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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