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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "QEGSMAT - Cleaning Services Tender" has been initiated by QEGSMAT, a reputable public authority in sub-central government, partnering with Invictus Partnership Limited as the procurement consultancy. Located in Derbyshire, United Kingdom, this tender is in the planning stage with a focus on school cleaning services under the services industry category. Marking an active status with an open procurement method, the submission deadline for expressions of interest is set for 6th February 2026, leading to the potential contract start date on 1st August 2026. The procurement follows a competitive flexible procedure, involving multiple stages with shortlisting and invitations to presentations, indicative of a high value of precision and capability assessment.

This tender presents notable opportunities for business growth, especially for SMEs with experience in providing high-quality cleaning services. Suitable for organisations adept in school facility maintenance, it promises a three-year contract potentially worth £821,400 GBP, with an option for a two-year extension dependent on performance. The focus on both price and operational quality in the award criteria implies that businesses capable of balancing cost-effectiveness with exceptional service delivery will have a competitive edge. The process accommodates electronic submissions, enhancing accessibility and broadening the potential for participation across regions covered by the GPA and CPTPP agreements.

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Notice Title

QEGSMAT - Cleaning Services Tender

Notice Description

QEGSMAT is standards driven; it aims to provide world-class education and care that allows every young person to reach their potential; it recognises the importance of teaching and learning. It operates a robust School improvement system, with the ultimate aim of doing something exceptional for young people in the local area. All young people will be safe and all will be supported, whatever their needs. QEGSMAT are seeking Cleaning services providers to Tender for the provision of a full daily Cleaning service within a number of their Schools, during term time, and periodic Cleaning services outside of term time. The contract will be for three years in duration, with the option to extend for a further one period of up to two years and with a commencement date of 01 August 2026. Full details will be included in the Invitation to Tender. TUPE regulations apply to this contract, which involves the transfer of existing Cleaning Staff, of which some may be members of the Local Government Pension Scheme, requiring arrangements to be made for 'Admitted Body' status with the relevant pension fund. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://invictus-inport.com/tenders/UK-UK-Derbyshire:-School-cleaning-services./968459K8KF To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://invictus-inport.com/respond/968459K8KF

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: In agreement with the client an option to extend for a further one period of up to two years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eeae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043304-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination 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
£821,400 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£821,400 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QEGSMAT
Additional Buyers

INVICTUS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

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Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBYSHIRE
Postcode
DE6 1EP
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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