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Castle School Cleaning Tender

Castle School: (RM&C)

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06 Jan 2026 at 15:43

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Summary of the contracting process

Castle School in Cambridge is inviting tenders for their cleaning services contract, with RM&C Consultants Ltd acting as the procuring entity. This procurement process falls under the category of school cleaning services, specifically within the public authority sub-central government classification. The competitive tender is currently in the Tender stage, using a selective procurement method detailed as a competitive flexible procedure. The tendering process allows for electronic submissions in English, with the deadline for expressions of interest set for 16th February 2026, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st September 2026. The contract period initially spans three years with a potential renewal, contingent on performance, until 31st August 2031.

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium enterprises experienced in providing cleaning services to educational institutions. It is ideal for businesses capable of meeting the quality and service standards outlined in the tender specifications. The contract promises stability through its potential five-year duration, allowing companies to establish strong foundations in the public sector market. Successful bidders must be ready to submit high-quality responses and demonstrate their ability to meet the required performance criteria. The competitive yet flexible nature of this tender provides a platform for businesses to showcase their strengths and expand their service footprint within the education sector in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Castle School Cleaning Tender

Notice Description

Castle School is putting its cleaning contract out to tender with a contract start date of 1st September 2026 (TBC).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Renewal possible after 3 years subject to satisfactory performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06004c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000772-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
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
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 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
Castle School: (RM&C)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB4 2EE
Postcode Area
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC
Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
West Chesterton
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

Further Information

Notice Documents

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