Planning

Preliminary Market Engagement Cumbria Communal Cleaning

HOME GROUP

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Planning

02 Mar 2026 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting authority, Home Group, is initiating a preliminary market engagement exercise for communal cleaning services in Cumbria, United Kingdom. Focused on accommodation, building, window, car park, and bin-cleaning services, this engagement is part of the planning stage of the procurement process. Set to transition into a full tender process for contract establishment in 2026, the exercise currently encompasses the planning stage. Key stakeholders should note the scheduled due date for information requests on 9th March 2026, with communication anticipated to continue until at least 30th March 2026.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the cleaning industry, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, to expand their portfolios by potentially securing a contract valued at approximately £400,000, with renewal options extending until 2030. Home Group seeks experienced suppliers proficient in the services required, fostering competition among businesses poised to deliver high-quality cleaning solutions. Prospective suppliers located in Cumbria or with logistical capabilities in the region are particularly well-positioned to compete for this opportunity, enhancing their market presence and fostering business growth.

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Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement Cumbria Communal Cleaning

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS A MARKET ENGAGEMENT EXERCISE, NOT A FORMAL CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY. Home Group are seeking an experienced supplier to support its communal cleaning of properties in Cumbria. It is the intention of Home Group to establish a contract with a supplier in 2026 following a full tender process.

Planning Information

Request for information. Please visit www.housingprocurement.com

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066011
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018614-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90911000 - Accommodation, building and window cleaning services

90914000 - Car park cleaning services

90918000 - Bin-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 26 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 4BX
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLD1 Cumbria

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Further Information

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