Tender

Cleaning Services

BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

22 Jan 2026 at 15:20

Planning

16 Dec 2025 at 12:14

Summary of the contracting process

Bournemouth University is currently inviting tenders for the provision of comprehensive cleaning services across its estate in Poole, UK. The procurement process, managed under an open procedure, is at the tender stage, with the deadline for bid submissions set for 13 March 2026. The contract, valued at £26.5 million, is expected to commence on 1 October 2026 and will last for ten years, including a six-month break clause. The services required encompass accommodation, building, and office cleaning, reflecting the university's commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Interested suppliers must register via the dedicated In-Tend portal to access the tender documents.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning services, offering a long-term partnership with a prominent educational institution. With a focus on high-quality service, environmental sustainability, and innovative, technology-based solutions, the contract is particularly suited for companies capable of delivering comprehensive and adaptive cleaning services that meet contemporary standards. Businesses with experience in managing large-scale cleaning operations and those looking to expand their presence in the educational sector will find this an attractive proposition. Additionally, the tender allows for value-driven propositions, integrating cost efficiency with high-quality performance criteria, thus offering a platform for significant business growth and recognition.

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Notice Title

Cleaning Services

Notice Description

Bournemouth University (BU) requires the services of a cleaning contractor to ensure its estate is cleaned and serviced to a high standard for the benefit of the students, staff, visitors and affiliates on a 24-hour, 365 days a year basis. BU's core objectives for the Contract are as follows: * High-level customer service, and overall high levels of cleanliness across the BU estate * Safety and wellbeing of students, staff, affiliates, and members of the public, as well as all visitors to BU premises * Prevention of disease and bacterial spread across or throughout BU's estate * Minimising changes in Contractor personnel, both operatives and in the contract management team * Continuity of service including absence cover * Increasing focus on environmental and social sustainability throughout the supply chain * Adoption and deployment of technology-based solutions * Continued innovation and adoption of industry best practice * Cost savings and Value for Money delivered throughout the duration of the Contract * Appointed Supplier to act as an extension of the BU Estates team and report any accidents, incidences, near misses and estate maintenance defects observed by staff The contract commencement date is 01 October 2026. The Contract term will be 10 (ten) years but will incorporate a 6 (six) month break clause that the University can choose to invoke at any time, for any reason. This means that the University can choose to end the Contract early, after the 6 (six) month notice period has passed.

Planning Information

Bournemouth University intends to publish a tender for the provision of cleaning services across multiple university sites. The anticipated publication date is 07 January 2026, with contract commencement expected on 01 October 2026. During the tender period, the University will hold a Supplier Open Day to allow interested suppliers to visit various sites included under the contract. It is anticipated that this Supplier Open Day will take place on Wednesday 04 February 2026 - full details will be provided in the tender documentation. This notice is issued to inform suppliers of the forthcoming opportunity and key dates. No supplier engagement is required at this stage, and participation in any preliminary engagement will not confer any advantage in the procurement process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f69e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005860-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90910000 - Cleaning services

90911100 - Accommodation cleaning services

90911200 - Building-cleaning services

90919200 - Office cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£26,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£26,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
7 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2036 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2036-01-22

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Olly Sanders
Contact Email
procurement@bournemouth.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01202961623

Buyer Location

Locality
POOLE
Postcode
BH12 5BB
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)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Talbot & Branksome Woods
Westminster Constituency
Bournemouth West

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