Tender

Queen Elizabeth's Boys School, Barnet

QUEEN ELIZABETH'S SCHOOL BARNET

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Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 15:21

Summary of the contracting process

Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet has initiated a tender process to appoint a qualified contractor for cleaning services, including daily, deep, and window cleaning, as well as a specialised cleaning regime for the school's swimming pool. This procurement falls under the category of school cleaning services and takes place in Barnet, United Kingdom. This active tender is currently in the selection stage of the procurement process via a selective method known as a Competitive Flexible Procedure. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest by 25th February 2026, and the contract is expected to be awarded by 8th May 2026. The contract period will begin on 1st August 2026 and may extend up to 31st July 2031, with renewal options available.

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for cleaning service providers, especially those with experience in large-scale cleaning operations that can meet stringent requirements and demonstrate significant financial resilience. Businesses with an annual turnover of at least £12 million are encouraged to participate, providing potential for substantial growth through a contract valued at £1.5 million. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly welcome to apply, with the procurement process designed to evaluate quality and price criteria. The successful contractor will have the opportunity to renew the agreement for up to two additional 12-month periods, subject to mutual consent, allowing for sustained business growth. Applications are submitted electronically via the Bidiful Portal, offering a streamlined and efficient submission process.

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Notice Title

Queen Elizabeth's Boys School, Barnet

Notice Description

The school is seek to appoint a suitably qualified cleaning contractor to provide cleaning services. These services include: - Daily Cleaning - Deep Cleaning - Window Cleaning The school requires the cleaning contractor to provide a cleaning regime for the school swimming pool.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions will be available, subject to agreement in writing and signed by both parties

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065529
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013941-2026
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
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
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
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUEEN ELIZABETH'S SCHOOL BARNET
Additional Buyers

ACE ADVICE LTD

Contact Name
Julie James
Contact Email
enquiries@qebarnet.co.uk, julie.james@ace-advice.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BARNET
Postcode
EN5 4DQ
Post Town
Enfield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI71 Barnet

Local Authority
Hackney
Electoral Ward
Hoxton West
Westminster Constituency
Hackney South and Shoreditch

Further Information

Notice Documents

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