Award

Woking College ~ Cleaning Tender

WOKING COLLEGE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Mar 2026 at 16:55

Tender

29 Aug 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

Woking College has awarded a substantial cleaning services contract valued at £431,939 to YBC Cleaning Services Limited. The procurement process, open and competitive, culminated in an award stage on 16th March 2026 following the submission of bids. Situated in Surrey, the college is a prominent educational institution with over 1800 students and excellent transport links. The services pertain to school cleaning, and the contract period starts from 1st April 2026, extending initially for three years with a possibility of a two-year extension. This initiative aims to maintain high hygiene standards and environmental sustainability within the college's facilities. The procurement process adhered to the open method, specifically using a competitive flexible procedure.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for large-scale cleaning service providers capable of delivering innovative solutions that align with Woking College's values and sustainability goals. The successful contractor is expected to review and enhance current cleaning provisions, operate with consistent high standards, and ensure compliance with BICSc standards. Businesses specialising in cleaning services, particularly those focused on environmental sustainability and service innovation, will find this tender an excellent chance to showcase their expertise and expand their market presence within the education sector. Additionally, the fixed-price contract structure allows for predictable revenue streams, appealing to businesses that are adept at contract management and consistent service delivery.

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Notice Title

Woking College ~ Cleaning Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Woking College. College overview: Located in Surrey, Woking College is one of the top-performing Sixth Form Colleges in the country, providing high-quality education to over 1,800 students aged 16-19. The College offers a wide range of A Level and vocational courses. Facilities at Woking College are excellent, benefiting from over PS12 million of investment in recent years to enhance the campus. Conveniently situated near Woking town centre, with excellent transport links via rail, road, and bus, the College attracts students from across a broad geographical area. Tender information: Woking College is seeking to appoint a professional and forward-thinking contractor to deliver high-quality cleaning services across its facilities. The College welcomes innovation and initiative from bidders in delivering a service that maintains exceptional cleanliness and contributes to a safe and pleasant environment for students and staff alike. The successful contractor will be required to: *Review the current cleaning provision and propose improvements where appropriate * Operate to consistently high standards, ensuring the College remains clean, hygienic, and fit for purpose * Proactively manage the contract, achieving all service specifications and maintaining the required cleaning frequencies and effectiveness as outlined in the Tender Specification The contract will be for an initial three-year period from April 2026 to April 2029, with the option to extend for a further two years, subject to mutual agreement. This will be a fixed-price contract, with the contractor invoicing monthly at one-twelfth of the agreed annual cost. The College expects the contractor to bring: *A focus on environmental sustainability *A commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in both cleaning techniques and equipment *Delivery of services in line with BICSc standards, as a minimum *A focus on productivity and efficiency throughout the contract term Current cleaning arrangement: At present there are 14 cleaning staff employed at Woking College where the structure is: *1 working cleaning supervisor *13 cleaning operatives The current contract value (2024/25) is approximately PS143,939 per annum. College Expectations Woking College is committed to the ongoing development of its cleaning services. The College's leadership believes that a well-maintained environment supports student success and contributes to a positive ethos and strong sense of community. Bidders are expected to demonstrate, through their submission: * How their service will align with and support the College's values * How they will contribute to the College's commitment to environmental sustainability.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three-year period from April 2026 to April 2029, with the option to extend for a further two years, subject to mutual agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0590c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023738-2026
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
£431,939 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£431,939 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£431,939 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WOKING COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SURREY
Postcode
GU22 9DL
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex

Local Authority
Woking
Electoral Ward
Hoe Valley
Westminster Constituency
Woking

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

YBC CLEANING SERVICES

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