Tender

Public Conveniences Cleaning Invitation to Tender

WAREHAM TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Nov 2025 at 17:20

Summary of the contracting process

Wareham Town Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring public convenience cleaning services in Wareham, United Kingdom. This procurement is open to bids and involves the cleaning of facilities located at Howards Lane and The Quay, Wareham. The total estimated contract value is £132,905, and submissions must be made by post to the Town Council by 16 February 2026. Any enquiries should be directed before 13 February 2026. The procurement process follows an open procedure under the services category, and it prioritises small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in certain locations as part of its reserved participation policy.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in cleaning services, particularly those that are SMEs or VCSEs. The criteria for awarding the contract highlight the importance of cost-effectiveness, fulfilment of specifications, experience, and commitment to sustainability. It encourages submissions from businesses that can demonstrate a track record of competence, present a clear value proposition, and adhere to environmentally friendly practices. Companies with innovative solutions that enhance service delivery and support sustainable practices stand to benefit from engaging in this procurement opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Public Conveniences Cleaning Invitation to Tender

Notice Description

Wareham Town Council invites tenders to provide the Wareham Town Council with public convenience cleaning services at the following two public convenience facilities: Howards Lane, Wareham, BH20 4HU & The Quay, Wareham BH20 4LP

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e2d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074559-2025
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90910000 - Cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£132,905 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£132,905 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 4-5 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
WAREHAM TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mr Samuel Dickins
Contact Email
deputyclerk@wareham-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07950 940 215

Buyer Location

Locality
WAREHAM
Postcode
BH20 4NS
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Wareham
Westminster Constituency
Mid Dorset and North Poole

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