This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

30 Jun 2026 at 10:56

Award

17 Jun 2026 at 14:23

Tender

24 Feb 2026 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, initiated by Staffordshire County Council, revolves around a framework agreement for window cleaning, gutter clearing, and associated services. The industry category focuses on service provision with an emphasis on maintaining high cleanliness standards across multiple council sites, including those within Lichfield District Council, South Staffordshire District Council, and Cannock Chase District Council. The procurement was conducted under an open procedure, with the significant award and contract completion taking place by June 2026. This three-stage process proceeded from the tender announcement on 24th February 2026 to the award on 17th June 2026, and finally, to the contracting stage on 30th June 2026. Services commenced on 1st July 2026, with a contract period set to last until 30th June 2028, extendable up to 2030, providing regional opportunities within the UKG2 area.

The framework agreement, awarded to S J CLEANING (MIDLANDS) LIMITED, presents considerable business growth potential, especially for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in cleaning and maintenance services. With a gross amount worth £720,000, the contract prioritises entrants who can offer high-quality service at competitive pricing, evidenced by a bidding process that recorded 13 SME bids. Businesses that align with rigorous standards for hygiene and tidiness, as well as possess the capacity to operate within multiple council sites, will find this an attractive prospect. The framework’s emphasis on quality and an advantageous open procurement method encourages healthy competition, fostering a proactive business environment that can stimulate further expansion and innovation in service delivery.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Window Cleaning, Gutter Clearing and Associated Services

Notice Description

This procurement covers the window cleaning services required by Staffordshire County Council and potentially Lichfield District Council, South Staffordshire District Council and Cannock Chase District Council. The Council seek to maintain a high standard and quality of window cleaning services to its various sites. The Works described in the specification are to be executed by the Supplier in a manner that enhances the Councils reputation for the cleanliness of its sites. The Supplier must carry out the required services adopting the best cleaning practice including rigorous standards of discipline, cleanliness and tidiness

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended by 24 months (1st June 2028 - 31st May 2030) on the same terms for such period in accordance with the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b0d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061103-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90911300 - Window-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-02-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Staffordshire County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Postcode Area
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

S J CLEANING (MIDLANDS) LIMITED

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