Tender

Provision of cleaning services for Cairngorms National Park offices in Grantown on Spey and Ballater

CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

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Tender

23 Jan 2026 at 12:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Cairngorms National Park Authority is actively seeking proposals for the provision of office cleaning services at their headquarters in Grantown on Spey and a secondary location in Ballater. This tender, classified under office cleaning services (CPV code 90919200), invites service providers to manage cleaning during specified hours with a focus on maintaining high cleanliness standards. The open procurement process commenced on January 23, 2026, and submissions are due by March 23, 2026. The contract will initially span two years and may extend by up to an extra two years, conditional upon performance. Key performance criteria include quality and price, while TUPE regulations apply for existing staff transferring due to this contract. All communications and submissions must be handled electronically, ensuring compliance with specified submission methods.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for cleaning service providers seeking to expand into public sector contracts within the UK. Companies with expertise in maintaining high standards of office hygiene, efficient contract management, and proven track records in adhering to Fair Work practices will find this tender particularly beneficial. Additionally, businesses able to manage TUPE transfers and provide seamless holiday and sickness cover for staff will be well-placed to compete. The project’s requirements for clear communication channels and easy management of service delivery can pave the way for businesses to establish long-term partnerships with the public sector and expand their regional presence in Scotland.

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Notice Title

Provision of cleaning services for Cairngorms National Park offices in Grantown on Spey and Ballater

Notice Description

The Park Authority requires cleaning service at its main HQ building in Grantown on Spey and a small office space at Ballater.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Park Authority requires cleaning service at its main HQ building in Grantown on Spey and a small office space at Ballater. The cleaning in Grantown is to be carried out between the hours of 5.00pm and 7.30pm. The cleaning in Ballater is to be carried out between the hours of 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Key outputs 1. To have a high level of cleanliness throughout the offices. 2. To have an updated contract to reflect all the improvement works. 3. To have a contract easy to manage and maintain with a clear line of communication from the contractor to the client. 4. TUPE transfers for all current staff and to include those that provide holiday and sickness cover. 5. To provide a Fair Work First environment for all contracted members of the cleaning staff.

Renewal: The duration of the contract would be for 2 years, with potential extension of 1 + 1 years with the standard tender requirements and subject to meeting performance requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060d40
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006159-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
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

90911000 - Accommodation, building and window cleaning services

90919200 - Office cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@cairngorms.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1479873535

Buyer Location

Locality
GRANTOWN-ON-SPEY
Postcode
PH26 3HG
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Badenoch and Strathspey
Westminster Constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

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