Tender

Window and Gutter Cleaning Services at the University of Huddersfield

UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD

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Tender

31 Oct 2025 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Huddersfield invites tenders for window and gutter cleaning services across its campus in Huddersfield, United Kingdom. The procurement process is at the tender stage and involves an open procedure, allowing tenderers to bid under three separate lots: Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning, or a combined service. The main procurement category is services, designated for the accommodation, building, and window cleaning industry (CPV: 90911000). The tender period concludes on 28th November 2025, at 12:00 GMT, with an enquiry period ending on 26th November 2025. The contracts will commence on 1st March 2026, and initial terms are set for two years with the option for three single-year extensions based on performance and pricing.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the cleaning services sector, particularly those experienced in institutional facility maintenance. The significant contract value of up to £600,000, coupled with the chance to secure multi-year agreements, presents an excellent growth opportunity. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as there are provisions for their eligibility. With the open procedure, businesses focused on high quality and competitive pricing could potentially establish a lasting partnership with an eminent public authority, enhancing their portfolio and expanding their market reach within the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Window and Gutter Cleaning Services at the University of Huddersfield

Notice Description

You are invited by the University of Huddersfield to submit a tender for the window and gutter cleaning requirements across campus. The tender process is split into 3 lots. Lot 1. Window Cleaning, Lot 2. Gutter Cleaning or Lot 3. Window and Gutter Cleaning combined. Please download the tender documentation for further information regarding this process and on how to submit a compliant response. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Huddersfield:-Accommodation%2C-building-and-window-cleaning-services./B9S2964CY2 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/B9S2964CY2

Lot Information

Window Cleaning Services

Window Cleaning Services at the University of Huddersfield

Renewal: 2 year initial terms with x3 1 year annual extensions subject to price and performance.

Gutter Cleaning Services

Please see tender documents and specification for further information about this requirement.

Renewal: 2 year initial term with x3 1 year annual extensions subject to price and performance.

Window and Gutter Cleaning Services Combined

Please see tender documentation and specification for further information.

Renewal: 2 year initial term with x3 1 year annual extensions subject to price and performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d7e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070055-2025
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 2-3 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
UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
j.d.booker@hud.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01484 258241

Buyer Location

Locality
HUDDERSFIELD
Postcode
HD1 3DH
Post Town
Huddersfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
TLE4 West Yorkshire

Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Newsome
Westminster Constituency
Huddersfield

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